Hide Glue Granules for Luthiers from Canada
Granular hide glue from animal collagen, favored by violin makers for reversible joints. Classified in HTS 3503.00.55.50 as other animal origin glues, surface-worked but not hardened.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include bloom gel strength (e.g
• 192g) in documentation for precise subheading match
• Bulk granules for industrial craft use; retail kits may need set evaluation
• Avoid declaring as 'finished musical parts' to stay in glues heading