Porcine Edible Gelatin Sheets from Japan
Thin, rectangular sheets of gelatin from porcine sources, safe for edible use in baking and candy production. Classified under HTS 3503.00.55.10 as edible gelatin despite sheet form, due to its food-grade purity.
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
• Provide veterinary certificates confirming porcine source is disease-free; EU or US origin preferred for easier entry
• Test for heavy metals and pathogens per FDA guidelines to prevent holds at port