Gelatin Leaf Gels for Crafts from China
Pre-cut leaves or films of worked unhardened gelatin used in decoupage, lampshade making, and translucent craft projects. This fits HTS 9602.00.10 as worked articles of unhardened gelatin, not covered by food or industrial gelatin headings. Legal definitions emphasize separation from Chapter 35 products.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20.5%
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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'non-edible craft material' to avoid FDA scrutiny; provide origin certificates for gelatin source; watch for moisture content that might harden during transit, requiring re-testing