Casein Artist's Glue from China
Water-soluble casein glue for fine arts, used in bookbinding and paper crafts, derived from milk protein. It qualifies for HTS 3506.10.10.00 as a retail-packaged casein glue ≤1kg, distinct from synthetic art media. Provides strong, flexible bonds on porous surfaces.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Document milk casein sourcing to differentiate from chapter 35 exclusions like hardened proteins
• Ensure packaging meets 'put up for retail sale' criteria with consumer instructions
• Test for biodegradability claims to avoid reclassification as synthetic under other headings