What is the HS code for casein glues?
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HS-2 · Chapter 35
HS chapter 35: Albuminoidal substances
Section VI — Products of the chemical or allied industries
Goods classified under HS-35 include albuminoidal substances like casein, modified starches, various types of glues, and enzymes. For example, if you're importing casein glue for use in woodworking, this chapter will guide you in determining the correct HS code.
To drill down from HS-35 to HS-4, start by identifying the specific product type. For instance, if your product is a casein glue, you would look at heading 3501. If it’s a modified starch, you would check 3505. Pay attention to the product form and intended use, as these will help narrow your selection.
Once you have identified the HS-4 heading, you can further refine to HS-6 by considering the specific characteristics of your product. For example, if you have a prepared glue in retail packaging, you would refer to heading 3506. Always check the notes and exclusions related to each heading to avoid misclassification.
Terms & reference phrasing
These are common trade terms used for this chapter. Use them as context, not as a substitute for legal wording.
albuminoidal substances · casein glue · modified starches · gelatin products · prepared adhesives · enzymes for trade · casein derivatives · dextrins in adhesives · peptones and derivatives · starch-based glues · retail glue packaging · animal-derived glues · protein substances · gelatin sheets · prepared enzymes · glue classification · HS code determination
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- how to classify albuminoidal substances for trade
- determining HS codes for modified starches
- requirements for importing gelatin sheets
- casein derivatives and their applications
- understanding HS-35 for glues and adhesives
- importing prepared enzymes under HS-35
- dextrins used in food processing applications
- identifying the right HS-4 heading for glues
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Example products
- Casein glue used in woodworking applications
- Gelatin sheets for culinary use
- Modified starches for food processing
- Dextrins utilized in adhesives
- Prepared enzymes for industrial cleaning
- Albumin derivatives for nutritional supplements
- Peptones for laboratory use
- Retail-packaged glues for craft applications
Common classification questions
How to classify modified starches for import?
Confirm composition, processing stage, and end-use in your documents before mapping to country digits.
Are there specific notes for gelatin products?
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What are the requirements for enzymes under HS-35?
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How do I determine the correct HS-4 heading?
Pick the chapter first, then compare heading wording and exclusions before choosing an HS-6 line.
What types of adhesives fall under HS-35?
Use it as a chapter cue, then verify the final choice against heading and subheading legal wording.
Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What products are included in HS-35?
- HS-35 includes albuminoidal substances, modified starches, various types of glues, and enzymes.
- How do I find the right HS-4 code under HS-35?
- Identify your product type and check the relevant headings like **3501** for casein or **3505** for modified starches.
- What should I consider when classifying modified starches?
- Pay attention to the product form and intended use, such as whether it’s pregelatinized or esterified.
- Are there any exclusions I should be aware of?
- Yes, always check the notes associated with each heading to avoid misclassification.
- What is the significance of HS-6 under HS-35?
- HS-6 provides further specificity for your product, allowing for accurate classification and compliance.
All HS-4 headings in chapter 35 (7)
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3501
Casein, caseinates and other casein derivatives; casein glues
3502
Albumins (including concentrates of two or more whey proteins, containing by weight more than 80% whey proteins, calculated on the dry matter), albuminates and other albumin derivatives
3503
Gelatin (including gelatin in rectangular sheets, whether or not surface-worked or coloured) and gelatin derivatives; isinglass; other glues of animal origin, excluding casein glues of heading no. 3501
3504
Peptones and their derivatives; other protein substances and their derivatives n.e.c. or included; hide powder, whether or not chromed
3505
Dextrins and other modified starches (e.g. pregelatinised or esterified starches); glues based on starches or on dextrins or other modified starches
3506
Prepared glues and other prepared adhesives, n.e.c. or included; products suitable for use as glues or adhesives, put up for retail sale as glues or adhesives, not exceeding 1kg net weight
3507
Enzymes; prepared enzymes not elsewhere specified or included
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