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HS Code 4501.90 : Natural cork, raw or simply prepared; waste cork; crushed, granulated or ground cork, Other

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for natural cork, raw or simply prepared; waste cork; crushed, granulated or ground cork, other is 4501.90. Under the 2026 Kazakhstan (SRC), the representative MFN general duty rate is 5% [State Revenue Committee Kazakhstan].

Chapter

Ch 45

Heading

4501

Subheading

4501.90

KZ MFN Duty

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 45

Natural cork, raw or simply prepared; waste cork; crushed, granulated or ground cork

Heading 4501

4501

Natural cork, raw or simply prepared; waste cork; crushed, granulated or ground cork

Subheading .90

.90

Other

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Kazakhstan (State Revenue Committee)

4501.90

Representative MFN Ad Valorem Rate

Verified July 2026 · SRC Source

MODULE 5: KAZAKHSTAN IMPORT DUTY & VAT BREAKDOWN

EAEU Base MFN Duty

EAEU Tariff [SRC]

Value Added Tax (VAT)

12.00 %

CIF + Duty Base [VAT 12%]

De Minimis Threshold

€200

EAEU Threshold

Notice: Kazakhstan customs entry, EAEU tariff classification, MFN duty rates, and 12% VAT are governed by State Revenue Committee (SRC Kazakhstan). Always verify declarable lines with SRC 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 Natural cork, raw or simply prepared; waste cork; crushed, granulated or ground cork, Other

MODULE 11: SRC Advance Ruling System

Legally binding advance tariff rulings issued by State Revenue Committee Kazakhstan for HS 4501.90.

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Kazakhstan SRC Tariff Schedule (4501.90)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Kazakhstan (SRC): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 5%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (State Revenue Committee Kazakhstan).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
4501.10	Subheading under Heading 4501	Compare Subheading 4501.10 →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

State Revenue Committee Kazakhstan (SRC) ↗

Official Kazakhstan EAEU tariff schedule, 12% VAT, and EAEU Customs Union rules.

SRC Advance Ruling System ↗

State Revenue Committee official binding advance classification rulings database.

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

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Natural cork, raw or simply prepared; waste cork; crushed, granulated or ground cork, Other?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Natural cork, raw or simply prepared; waste cork; crushed, granulated or ground cork, Other is classified under HS 4501.90 (Heading 4501, Chapter 45). The representative KZ MFN general duty rate is 5%.

How is HS 4501.90 distinguished within Heading 4501 (Natural cork, raw or simply prepared; waste cork; crushed, granulated or ground cork)?

Heading 4501 covers Natural cork, raw or simply prepared; waste cork; crushed, granulated or ground cork. Subheading 4501.90 specifically isolates Other. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 4501.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 4501.90?

Related subheadings under Heading 4501 include 4501.10. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Natural cork, raw or simply prepared; waste cork; crushed, granulated or ground 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 4501.90 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 Natural cork, raw or simply prepared; waste cork; crushed, granulated or ground cork, Other?

Commercial shipments of Natural cork, raw or simply prepared; waste cork; crushed, granulated or ground 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 4501.90?

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 4501.90 in Kazakhstan?

Commercial imports of Natural cork, raw or simply prepared; waste cork; crushed, granulated or ground cork, Other under HS 4501.90 into Kazakhstan are subject to 12% VAT, assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.

What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in Kazakhstan?

The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into Kazakhstan is €200 (EAEU threshold). Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.

Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Kazakhstan?

Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and SRC Advance Ruling System for HS 4501.90 are administered by State Revenue Committee (SRC Kazakhstan).

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