Dextrin Bookbinding Glue from China
A dextrin-based adhesive used in bookbinding for gluing spines, covers, and endpapers in printing operations. Classified under HTS 3505.20.00.00 because it is a glue derived from modified starches, offering quick-drying and flexible bonds ideal for paper products. Commonly used in professional binderies and publishing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Label as 'starch glue for paper bonding' and provide formulation specs to distinguish from synthetic adhesives
• Ensure compliance with printing industry standards; test for reducing sugar content under 10% to stay in 3505