Find HS Code and trade information for Food grade cork stoppers

Product Classification: Food Grade Cork Stoppers
HS CODEs and Tax Information:

• HS CODE: 4503103000
• Description: Natural cork stoppers, conical in shape, with thickness (or length) greater than the maximum diameter, entirely made of cork.
• Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
• Breakdown:
  • Base Tariff: 0.0%
  • Additional Tariff: 25.0%
  • Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%

• Note: This code applies specifically to conical cork stoppers where the thickness or length exceeds the maximum diameter.

• HS CODE: 4504104500

• Description: Non-conical bottle stoppers, entirely made of cork, with thickness (or length) greater than the maximum diameter.
• Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
• Breakdown:
  • Base Tariff: 0.0%
  • Additional Tariff: 25.0%
  • Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%

• Note: This code applies to non-conical cork stoppers made entirely of cork.

• HS CODE: 4503106000

• Description: Other natural cork products, including cork stoppers and bottle stoppers.
• Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
• Breakdown:
  • Base Tariff: 0.0%
  • Additional Tariff: 25.0%
  • Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
• Note: This is a catch-all code for cork stoppers and bottle stoppers that do not fit the more specific codes above.

📌 Key Tax Rate Changes (April 11, 2025 onwards):

• All three HS codes will be subject to an additional 30.0% tariff after April 11, 2025.
• This is a time-sensitive policy, so importers must plan accordingly to avoid unexpected costs.

🛠️ Proactive Advice for Importers:

• Verify the product shape and dimensions: Ensure whether the cork stopper is conical or non-conical, and whether thickness or length exceeds the maximum diameter.
• Check the material composition: Confirm that the product is entirely made of cork (no additives or coatings).
• Review documentation: Ensure proper product descriptions and certifications (e.g., food-grade compliance) are included in customs declarations.
• Monitor policy updates: Stay informed about tariff changes and regulatory updates post-April 11, 2025.

✅ Summary:

• All cork stoppers (conical or non-conical) are subject to 55.0% total tax.
• After April 11, 2025, an additional 30.0% tariff will apply.

• Classification accuracy is critical to avoid misdeclaration and penalties. Product Classification: Food Grade Cork Stoppers
  HS CODEs and Tax Information:

• HS CODE: 4503103000

• Description: Natural cork stoppers, conical in shape, with thickness (or length) greater than the maximum diameter, entirely made of cork.
• Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
• Breakdown:
  • Base Tariff: 0.0%
  • Additional Tariff: 25.0%
  • Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%

• Note: This code applies specifically to conical cork stoppers where the thickness or length exceeds the maximum diameter.

• HS CODE: 4504104500

• Description: Non-conical bottle stoppers, entirely made of cork, with thickness (or length) greater than the maximum diameter.
• Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
• Breakdown:
  • Base Tariff: 0.0%
  • Additional Tariff: 25.0%
  • Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%

• Note: This code applies to non-conical cork stoppers made entirely of cork.

• HS CODE: 4503106000

• Description: Other natural cork products, including cork stoppers and bottle stoppers.
• Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
• Breakdown:
  • Base Tariff: 0.0%
  • Additional Tariff: 25.0%
  • Special Tariff after April 11, 2025: 30.0%
• Note: This is a catch-all code for cork stoppers and bottle stoppers that do not fit the more specific codes above.

📌 Key Tax Rate Changes (April 11, 2025 onwards):

• All three HS codes will be subject to an additional 30.0% tariff after April 11, 2025.
• This is a time-sensitive policy, so importers must plan accordingly to avoid unexpected costs.

🛠️ Proactive Advice for Importers:

• Verify the product shape and dimensions: Ensure whether the cork stopper is conical or non-conical, and whether thickness or length exceeds the maximum diameter.
• Check the material composition: Confirm that the product is entirely made of cork (no additives or coatings).
• Review documentation: Ensure proper product descriptions and certifications (e.g., food-grade compliance) are included in customs declarations.
• Monitor policy updates: Stay informed about tariff changes and regulatory updates post-April 11, 2025.

✅ Summary:

• All cork stoppers (conical or non-conical) are subject to 55.0% total tax.
• After April 11, 2025, an additional 30.0% tariff will apply.
• Classification accuracy is critical to avoid misdeclaration and penalties.