Pollock Swim Bladder Fish Glue

Fish glue from pollock swim bladders, used in traditional Japanese woodworking (urushi restoration). HTS 3503.00.10.00 covers this isinglass-type fish glue for its animal-derived adhesive qualities.

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.

3503.00.20.00Higher: 20.7% vs 19%

If dried into rectangular sheets

Surface-worked sheets of isinglass or gelatin are specifically in 3503.00.20.

0507.90.00Higher: 35% vs 19%

If unprocessed fish bladders

Raw animal products like untreated bladders are in Chapter 5, not processed glues.

3506.99.00.00Higher: 37.1% vs 19%

If with epoxy or resin additives

Epoxy-based prepared glues using animal glue base go to 3506.99.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare cultural heritage use if applicable for potential duty relief

Test for heavy metals from marine sources as per import safety standards

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