Hide Glue for Musical Instrument Repair from Japan
High-grade hide glue from animal hides, valued over 88 cents per kg, revered by luthiers for violin and guitar repairs due to reversible bonding. Classified as inedible animal glue under HTS 3503.00.40.00. Premium pricing from traditional hot-melt processing.
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
• Label as 'inedible' to avoid food import scrutiny; include bloom strength specs for customs valuation; store/import in cool conditions to maintain granule integrity