What types of products are included in HS-4 4502?

HS-4 4502 includes natural cork that is debacked or roughly squared, as well as rectangular blocks, plates, sheets, and sharp-edged blanks for stoppers.

How do I determine if my cork product falls under HS-6 450200?

If your cork product is in the form of sheets, blocks, or strips and is natural and debacked, it should be classified under HS-6 450200.

Can I use HS-4 4502 for processed cork products?

No, HS-4 4502 is specifically for natural cork that is debacked or roughly squared. Processed cork products may fall under different headings.

What should I include in my product description for customs?

Include details such as the form of the cork (sheets, blocks), its intended use, and whether it is debacked or not to ensure accurate classification.

Are there any specific packaging requirements for importing cork?

While there are no specific packaging requirements for cork, ensure that your shipment is clearly labeled and matches the classification to avoid customs issues.

HS-4 · Heading

4502 — Natural cork, debacked or roughly squared, or in rectangular (including square) blocks, plates, sheets or strip, (including sharp-edged blanks for corks or stoppers)

Chapter 45: Cork and articles of cork

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 4502 when importing natural cork that is debacked or roughly squared. For example, if you're shipping rectangular cork sheets for use in flooring or insulation, this code applies. It covers products in various forms, including blocks and strips, which are often used in manufacturing stoppers or cork boards.

When deciding between HS-6 450200 and other codes, consider the product's form. If your shipment consists of natural cork sheets or blocks, you should classify it under 450200. However, if you have processed cork products or corks that are not debacked, you may need to look at different headings.

Cork products can vary significantly in shape and finish. If your shipment includes sharp-edged blanks specifically intended for making stoppers, it still falls under HS-4 4502. Ensure your product description matches the classification to avoid customs delays.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

natural cork · cork sheets · cork blocks · debacked cork · cork stoppers · rectangular cork · cork products · HS-4 4502 · HS-6 450200 · importing cork · cork classification · cork insulation · cork flooring · cork crafts · cork blanks

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Natural cork sheets for flooring applications
Roughly squared cork blocks for insulation
Rectangular cork strips for crafts or DIY projects
Sharp-edged cork blanks for wine stoppers
Debacked cork plates for soundproofing
Cork sheets used in bulletin boards

Common questions

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Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of products are included in HS-4 4502?: HS-4 4502 includes natural cork that is debacked or roughly squared, as well as rectangular blocks, plates, sheets, and sharp-edged blanks for stoppers.
How do I determine if my cork product falls under HS-6 450200?: If your cork product is in the form of sheets, blocks, or strips and is natural and debacked, it should be classified under HS-6 450200.
Can I use HS-4 4502 for processed cork products?: No, HS-4 4502 is specifically for natural cork that is debacked or roughly squared. Processed cork products may fall under different headings.
What should I include in my product description for customs?: Include details such as the form of the cork (sheets, blocks), its intended use, and whether it is debacked or not to ensure accurate classification.
Are there any specific packaging requirements for importing cork?: While there are no specific packaging requirements for cork, ensure that your shipment is clearly labeled and matches the classification to avoid customs issues.