Agglomerated Cork Disks for Bottle Caps from Japan
Flat, circular disks made from compressed agglomerated cork used as liners inside screw caps for beverages like beer or soda. Classified under HTS 4504.10.47.00 as 'other' disks and wafers of agglomerated cork in sheet or disk form. They provide a natural seal without full stopper insertion.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label as 'agglomerated' and provide density specs (>0.25 g/cm³ typical) to distinguish from lower-density cork composites
• Comply with FDA food contact regulations; test for TCA contamination common in cork products