Hide Glue for Musical Instruments from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.5%
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
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