Cod Skin Fish Glue from Japan
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.
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
• 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