U.S. imports of Waste Cork; Crushed, Granulated or Ground Cork (SITC 24404) totaled $997K in August 2026, imported from 5 countries.
Importers of Waste Cork; Crushed, Granulated or Ground Cork paid $9K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 0.87% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Waste Cork; Crushed, Granulated or Ground Cork imports of $997K in August 2026 ran 47% above the year-to-date monthly average of $679K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataGranulated and ground cork — produced from waste trim generated during stopper and sheet manufacturing — is a widely traded industrial input used in flooring underlays, acoustic panels, gaskets, and cork composite boards. Particle size is the defining commercial specification: coarse granules suit flooring and construction applications, while fine-ground cork is blended into adhesives and specialty coatings. Because this material is derived from processing waste rather than virgin bark, it typically trades at a significant discount to shaped cork products and is less sensitive to cork oak harvest cycles.
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The industry commonly segments granulated cork by sieve size — coarse (roughly 3–7 mm), medium (1–3 mm), and fine (under 1 mm) — though exact grade definitions vary by supplier and end-use specification. Flooring and insulation applications typically use coarser grades, while fine-ground cork is preferred for sealants and surface coatings.
Processed cork waste and granules that have been heat-treated or boiled during manufacture may face reduced phytosanitary scrutiny compared to raw bark, but USDA APHIS requirements depend on the degree of processing and the exporting country's pest status. Importers should confirm current entry requirements with APHIS or a licensed customs broker before shipment.
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Basic heading 24404 · $997K of $3.8B
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Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $7.1M of Waste Cork; Crushed, Granulated or Ground Cork.
Through August 2026 · exports 8 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
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Portugal and United Kingdom together supply 100% of it. United Kingdom pays 10.0% duty; France 0.0%.
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