Industrial Inedible Gelatin Powder
Coarse powder derived from animal collagen, valued under 88 cents per kg, used in manufacturing for binding and gelling applications. Classified under HTS 3503.00.20.00 as inedible gelatin not suitable for food consumption, excluding casein glues. Meets chapter exclusions by being unhardened and non-enzymatic.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If valued over 88 cents per kg
Higher value shifts to separate subheading within same heading for inedible gelatin.
If chemically hardened
Hardened proteins like treated gelatin fall under heading 3913 per chapter note (f).
If mixed with enzymes for specific uses
Enzyme-modified glues may classify as other enzymes under 3507, excluding pre-tanning per chapter note.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify value per kg with commercial invoice to confirm under 88 cents threshold; obtain certificate of analysis proving inedible status to avoid food classification; ensure no therapeutic preparations per chapter exclusions
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Bulk Animal Hide Glue
Low-cost glue extracted from animal hides, valued under 88 cents per kg, used in woodworking and bookbinding. Falls under HTS 3503.00.20.00 as other glues of animal origin, inedible and not casein-based. Excludes printing industry products or yeasts per chapter notes.
Bone Glue Granules
Granulated inedible glue from animal bones, priced under 88 cents per kg for industrial adhesives. HTS 3503.00.20.00 applies to such low-value animal glues excluding medicaments or hardened proteins. Not for food, printing, or therapeutic uses.
Low-Grade Isinglass Flakes
Flakes of sturgeon-derived isinglass, inedible grade under 88 cents per kg for clarification uses. Classified in HTS 3503.00.20.00 as animal origin glues, distinct from edible or medicinal forms. Complies with chapter exclusions for blood fractions and enzymes.
Technical Gelatin Sheets
Surface-worked rectangular inedible gelatin sheets valued under 88 cents per kg for photographic or adhesive uses. HTS 3503.00.20.00 covers such low-value forms excluding printing gels. Not hardened or enzymatic per chapter provisions.
Cheap Animal Skin Glue
Economical glue from rabbit or sheep skins, under 88 cents per kg, for luthier and restoration work. Inedible per HTS 3503.00.20.00, as other animal glues not casein. Avoids exclusions like yeasts or dextrins.
Bulk Fish Glue
Inedible glue from fish swim bladders or skins, valued low under 88 cents per kg for marine industry. HTS 3503.00.20.00 for animal origin glues, excluding isinglass specifics if applicable. Non-medicinal and non-enzymatic.