Collagen Protein Casing for Italian Salami from China
Collagen casings tailored for dry-cured Italian salami, with a fibrous texture mimicking natural intestines for authentic appearance and breathability. Falls under HTS 3917.10.60.00 as collagen-based artificial guts, per chapter notes excluding synthetic copolymers. Provides optimal moisture and smoke permeability during curing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Include supplier affidavits confirming 95%+ collagen protein content to align with subheading polymer rules
• Watch for contamination risks in transit requiring sealed packaging
• Confirm no chemical modifications that could shift to 'other' polymer subheadings