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SITCSection 2
U.S. imports of natural cork — debacked, roughly squared, or in rectangular blocks, plates, sheets or strip (SITC 24402) totaled $102K in April 2026, traded with 3 countries.
Importers of Natural Cork — Debacked, Roughly Squared, or in Rectangular Blocks, Plates, Sheets or Strip paid $9K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $86K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Natural Cork — Debacked, Roughly Squared, or in Rectangular Blocks, Plates, Sheets or Strip imports of $102K in April 2026 ran 88% above the year-to-date monthly average of $54K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataProcessed one step beyond raw bark, this form of natural cork has been debacked and shaped into blocks, plates, sheets, or strip — including sharp-edged blanks destined for wine stoppers and industrial seals — but has not yet been fabricated into finished articles. Portugal dominates global cork oak (Quercus suber) harvesting and primary processing, making it the overwhelmingly dominant origin for this heading. Importers sourcing blanks for stopper production should verify that dimensions and density grades align with ISO or buyer-specified tolerances, as cork quality varies significantly by harvest year and bark thickness.
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This heading covers cork that has been shaped into blanks, blocks, plates, or strip but not yet turned, punched, or otherwise fabricated into a finished stopper or seal. Once the blank is punched or turned to final stopper dimensions, it typically advances to a different tariff classification covering manufactured cork articles.
Cork bark and semi-processed cork can be subject to USDA APHIS phytosanitary requirements, particularly regarding bark-associated pests. Importers should confirm current APHIS entry requirements and whether a phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country is required before shipment.
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Monthly import values over time