Worked Unhardened Gelatin Sheets from Japan
Thin, flexible sheets made from worked unhardened gelatin, used for crafting, modeling, and decorative purposes such as creating translucent art pieces or custom molds. This product falls under HTS 9602.00.10 because it consists of gelatin that has been processed but remains unhardened, excluding gelatin of heading 3503 which is for industrial or food uses. It is specifically classified as worked unhardened gelatin articles per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify the gelatin is unhardened and not suitable for food use to avoid reclassification under Chapter 35; provide certificates of analysis confirming composition; ensure packaging labels distinguish from hardened or edible gelatin to prevent customs delays