Edible Bovine Gelatin Powder from Canada
Food-grade gelatin powder derived from bovine hides, used primarily in confectionery, marshmallows, and gummy candies. It falls under HTS 3503.00.55.50 as a gelatin derivative of animal origin, not prepared for therapeutic uses and excluded from other chapters like 2102 or 30. This classification applies to its unmodified form suitable for direct food incorporation.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
63.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.1450%Articles the product of Canada as provided in subdivision (b)(3) of U.S. note 51 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming animal origin (bovine/porcine) and non-therapeutic use to avoid exclusion under Chapter 30 notes
• Include FDA prior notice for food-grade imports and ensure labeling complies with 21 CFR for allergens if cross-contaminated