Casein Leathercraft Glue

Specialty casein-based adhesive for leatherworking and shoe repair, in small retail bottles ≤250g. Classified in HTS 3506.10.10.00 as casein glue for retail, providing flexible bonds resistant to water once cured. Not fish glue per specification.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3506.99.00.00Lower: 37.1% vs 41.5%

If other animal glues not specified as casein or if blended

3506.99 covers unspecified animal/tannin/insect glues, while .10 specifies casein.

3406.00.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 41.5%

If prepared as a candle or wax-based adhesive preparation

Wax candles and adhesive preps shift to Chapter 34 if not purely glue-based.

3210.00.00.00Lower: 36.8% vs 41.5%

If used as a varnish or aqueous coating with adhesive properties

Painting preparations like aqueous varnishes classify in 3210, function-driven.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label with 'casein' prominently to aid CBP verification against fish glue exclusion

Include usage demos or MSDS highlighting retail consumer intent

Monitor for dairy allergen declarations required for food-contact potential

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