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4503.90.60.00/Natural Cork Hot Pads/Japan

Natural Cork Hot Pads from Japan

Square trivets or hot pads crafted from layered natural cork to protect countertops from hot pots and dishes. HTS 4503.90.60.00 applies to these other household articles of natural cork, valued for heat resistance. Perfect for kitchen essentials.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

14%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
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Import Tips

• Test for heat resistance claims with lab reports to support classification as functional cork article

• Bundle documentation showing no synthetic binders to differentiate from agglomerated cork

• Avoid retail packaging that might trigger 'household articles' specific subheadings elsewhere

Natural Cork Hot Pads from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 4503.90.60.00