Hide Glue for Musical Instruments from China
Traditional hide glue from animal collagen used for repairing violins and guitars, available in pearl or granule form for retail hobbyists. Classified under HTS 3506.10.10.00 as animal glue (non-fish), packaged in small retail jars ≤1kg. Ideal for reversible bonds in instrument luthiery.
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
• Include proof of non-fish animal source (e.g
• bovine hide) to comply with heading exclusions
• Label with preparation instructions and net weight to confirm retail glue status
• Check for CITES compliance if sourced from protected animal species