Cork is the bark of the cork oak (Quercus suber L.), a tree species native to the Mediterranean basin.
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Portugal has the largest area of cork oak forests in the world and is the leading exporter of cork. Due to the versatility of this material, cork is used worldwide in numerous sectors, from wine to construction and furniture, fashion and sports, transport and aviation. Cork trees can help to curb desertification, protect biodiversity and strengthen links with other sectors, thereby promoting FSC certification worldwide.