Technical Gelatin for Matches from Germany
High-viscosity gelatin used in safety match head production, animal-derived binder. Classified HTS 3503.00.55.50 as other, not enzymatic or hardened.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Hazardous material declaration if packed with phosphorous compounds
• Specify 'match binder grade' to avoid pyrotechnic misclassification
• Industrial volumes; retail for hobbyists may need consumer labels