Casein Label Adhesive
An industrial casein-based glue designed for high-speed labeling machines in bottling lines, offering quick tack and water resistance. Classified under HTS 3501.90.20.00 because it is a true casein glue, excluding synthetic or starch additives that would alter its heading.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as pure caseinates without adhesive formulation
Unformulated caseinates classify separately from finished glues under the same heading but different subheading.
If contains significant dextrin or starch content
Exceeds 10% reducing sugars or starch-based, moving to enzymatic glue preparations per heading 3505 definition.
If blended with polyurethane polymers
Polymer-modified casein glues shift to amino-resin or polyurethane heading based on predominant material.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain FDA compliance certification if for food-contact labeling to meet U.S. import standards for casein adhesives
• Declare exact casein percentage and absence of Chapter 30 medicaments to prevent exclusion under chapter notes
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