Casein Particle Board Glue from China
Casein-fortified adhesive for pressing particleboard panels, enhancing moisture resistance in engineered wood products. HTS 3501.90.20.00 applies to this casein glue formulation, distinct from urea-formaldehyde resins.
Duty Rate — China → United States
26%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Comply with TSCA formaldehyde emission standards, even for protein glues, via EPA certifications
• Document hot-press curing process to affirm glue functionality