Casein Woodworking Glue from China
A powdered animal-derived casein glue designed for bonding wood in woodworking projects, mixed with water for use. It falls under HTS 3506.10.10.00 as a casein glue product suitable for use as glue, put up for retail sale in containers not exceeding 1 kg net weight. Excludes fish glue per the heading 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
• Verify animal origin certification to distinguish from synthetic adhesives in other headings and avoid misclassification
• Ensure net weight labeling ≤1kg per unit for retail packing eligibility under this subheading
• Provide safety data sheets for animal protein content to prevent quarantine issues at ports