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Rabbit Skin Glue for Gilding

Premium rabbit skin glue used in traditional gilding and restoration of frames and books. Falls under HTS 3503.00.55.50 as specialty animal origin glue, other category.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.8%+20.0%23.8%
🇲🇽Mexico3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇨🇦Canada3.8%+60.0%63.8%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3214.90Lower: 15.75% vs 23.8%

If mixed with whiting for gilder’s putty

Putty compositions including animal glues go to 3214.

9706Lower: 12.5% vs 23.8%

If as antique restoration material set

Antiques over 100 years reclassify complete.

4823.90Lower: 12.5% vs 23.8%

If for bookbinding in paper sets

Paper articles dominate if bound.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare species origin to comply with wildlife regs if non-farm

• High bloom strength verification for gilding grade

• Restoration sets risk Chapter 97 classification