Marine Fish Gelatin Powder for Edible Use from China
Halal-certified gelatin powder extracted from fish skins, used in kosher and vegan-alternative gummy candies. It qualifies for HTS 3503.00.55.10 as edible gelatin of animal origin suitable for human consumption.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.8%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include halal/kosher certification if marketed as such; FDA requires fish allergen declaration on labels
• Verify bloom strength (gel strength) documentation for quality assurance during import
• Avoid delays by pre-submitting prior notice via FDA's system for animal-derived foods