Corkboard Bulletin Board with Frame from Japan
A framed board with a cork surface for pinning notes, papers, or drawings using thumbtacks. It qualifies under HTS 9610.00.00.00 as a board with a drawing/writing surface, where 'writing' includes pinning for visual organization. Commonly used in offices for memos and planning.
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
• Specify cork as the primary writing/pinning surface in documentation; fabric faces may classify differently
• Measure total weight including frame for accurate duty calculation
• Check for combination boards (e.g
• half cork/half whiteboard) which may require principal use determination