8309.10.00.00 - Crown corks (including crown seals and caps), and parts thereof
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 45% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS classification, 8309.10.00.00, specifically covers crown corks, also known as crown seals or caps, and their constituent parts. These are the distinctive metal closures commonly found on glass bottles for beverages such as beer and soft drinks. They are characterized by their corrugated, fluted edge that crimps onto the bottle neck, creating a seal.
Within the broader heading of 8309, which encompasses various stoppers, caps, lids, and other packing accessories of base metal, this subcategory is distinct from its sibling, 8309.90.00. While 8309.90.00 covers "Other" packing accessories of base metal not elsewhere specified within heading 8309, 8309.10.00.00 is exclusively reserved for the specific type of closure known as a crown cork. This distinction is based on the unique design and functional application of crown corks compared to other closures like screw caps or pouring stoppers.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Classification under 8309.10.00.00 therefore requires the article to meet the definition of a crown cork or be a component part thereof. The material composition will invariably be of base metal.