Gelatin Derivative for Microencapsulation from China
Modified inedible gelatin derivative valued over 88 cents per kg, used in industrial microencapsulation for flavors, inks, and pharmaceuticals. HTS 3503.00.40.00 includes gelatin derivatives as long as not hardened (3913) or enzymatic (ch34). High cost from cross-linking processes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
21.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Submit technical data sheets proving it's a simple derivative not hardened; declare intended industrial use to prevent pharma reclass; check REACH compliance for EU re-exports