Casein for Textile Printing

Casein derivative serving as a thickener in textile pigment printing pastes, under HTS 3501.10.5000 as other casein products. Provides adhesion without affecting fabric dye uptake.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3809.92.50.00Higher: 41% vs 17.5%

If in finishing agents for textiles

Textile finishing preparations containing casein go to heading 3809.

3204.17Lower: 16.5% vs 17.5%

If synthetic organic pigment binders

Pigment binders shift to Chapter 32 if not pure protein.

5903.90.10.00Higher: 37.7% vs 17.5%

If applied to textile fabrics

Impregnated textile fabrics classify under Chapter 59.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Exclude printing industry gelatin products per Chapter 49 notes with usage specs

β€’ Test pH levels for compatibility with dyes to avoid import quality disputes

β€’ Declare non-enzymatic nature to stay out of Chapter 34 washing preps