Cod Skin Fish Glue

A traditional fish glue derived from cod skins, used primarily in woodworking and musical instrument repair. It falls under HTS 3503.00.10.00 as it is a glue of animal origin specifically from fish sources, excluding casein glues. This subheading covers pure fish glue products.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.5%+17.5%19%
🇲🇽Mexico1.5%+10.0%11.5%
🇨🇦Canada1.5%+10.0%11.5%
🇩🇪Germany1.5%+10.0%11.5%
🇯🇵Japan1.5%+10.0%11.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3503.00Same rate: 19%

If derived from non-fish animal sources like hide or bone

Other glues of animal origin excluding fish and casein fall under the residual subheading 3503.00.90.

3501.90Lower: 16% vs 19%

If it is a casein-based glue

Casein glues are specifically excluded from 3503 and classified under heading 3501.

3506.91Lower: 12.1% vs 19%

If prepared with synthetic polymers or adhesives

Adhesives prepared on a base of Chapter 35 products but with added synthetic components move to heading 3506.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the glue is derived solely from fish sources via supplier certificates to avoid reclassification under other animal glue headings

Include lab analysis reports confirming animal origin and exclusion of casein to meet Chapter 35 documentation requirements