Casein Label Adhesive from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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