Casein Leathercraft Glue from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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