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HS Code 4504.90 : Agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance) and articles of agglomerated cork, Other

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance) and articles of agglomerated cork, other is 4504.90. Under the 2026 Dominican Republic (DGA), the representative MFN general duty rate is 0% [Dirección General of Aduanas (DGA)].

Chapter

Ch 45

Heading

4504

Subheading

4504.90

DO MFN Duty

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 45

Agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance) and articles of agglomerated cork

Heading 4504

4504

Agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance) and articles of agglomerated cork

Subheading .90

.90

Other

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Dominican Republic (Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA) Tariff 2026)

4504.90

Representative General Duty

Verified July 2026 · Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA)

MODULE 5: DOMINICAN REPUBLIC IMPORT DUTY & 18% ITBIS BREAKDOWN

Base Customs Duty

MFN Rate [Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA)]

Import VAT / Tax Rate

18% ITBIS

Local Tax Rate

De Minimis Threshold

US$200

Customs Exemption Limit

Notice: Dominican Republic customs entry, tariff classification, MFN duty rates, and 18% ITBIS are governed by Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA). Always verify declarable lines with Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA) prior to import.

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

PREFERENTIAL RULE

Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)

Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

Standard Entry This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.

MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)

China Section 301 Tariff Status

0% Additional Duty (Exempt)

Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status

Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)

EU CBAM Carbon Alert

Not in Scope

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

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Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
P	United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)	Free	Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules.
KR	U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)	Free	Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin.
AU	U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement	Free	Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA.
A / D	GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA)	Free	35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance) and articles of agglomerated cork, Other

MODULE 11: DGA Dominican Republic Advance Ruling System

Legally binding advance tariff rulings issued by Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA) for HS 4504.90.

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Dominican Republic Declarable Tariff Schedule (4504.90)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Dominican Republic (DGA): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 0%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Dirección General of Aduanas (DGA)).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
4504.10	Subheading under Heading 4504	Compare Subheading 4504.10 →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

USITC HTS Chapter 45 Tariff Schedule (2026) ↗

Official U.S. 10-digit tariff lines and general duty rates for Agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance) and articles of agglomerated cork, Other.

CBP CROSS Ruling Database (4504.90) ↗

Binding customs classification precedents for Heading 4504.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance) and articles of agglomerated cork, Other?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance) and articles of agglomerated cork, Other is classified under HS 4504.90 (Heading 4504, Chapter 45). The representative DO MFN general duty rate is 0%.

How is HS 4504.90 distinguished within Heading 4504 (Agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance) and articles of agglomerated cork)?

Heading 4504 covers Agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance) and articles of agglomerated cork. Subheading 4504.90 specifically isolates Other. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 4504.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 4504.90?

Related subheadings under Heading 4504 include 4504.10. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance) and articles of agglomerated cork, Other?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 4504.90 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance) and articles of agglomerated cork, Other?

Commercial shipments of Agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance) and articles of agglomerated cork, Other with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 4504.90?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

What import VAT or sales tax applies to HS 4504.90 in Dominican Republic?

Commercial imports of Agglomerated cork (with or without a binding substance) and articles of agglomerated cork, Other under HS 4504.90 into Dominican Republic are subject to 18% ITBIS, assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.

What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in Dominican Republic?

The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into Dominican Republic is US$200. Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.

Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Dominican Republic?

Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and DGA Dominican Republic Advance Ruling System for HS 4504.90 are administered by Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA).

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