Natural cork, raw or simply prepared; waste cork; crushed, granulated or ground cork
6-digit subheadings (2)
Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.
Chapter 45 classification notes
Chapter 45 small-volume; Portuguese + Spanish cork dominates global supply.
Frequent misclassification in this chapter
Cork-soled shoes go to Chapter 64 not 45; cork tiles go to Chapter 45 not Chapter 68.
Classification certainty
The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.
Binding tariff ruling database