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3505 — Dextrins and other modified starches (e.g. pregelatinised or esterified starches); glues based on starches or on dextrins or other modified starches
Chapter 35: Albuminoidal substances
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 3505 when importing products like pregelatinized starches or dextrins used in food processing or adhesives. For example, if you're bringing in a shipment of modified starches for use in bakery products, this is the correct code.
When deciding between HS-6 350510 and HS-6 350520, consider the end-use of your product. If you're importing dextrins for food applications, use 350510. If your product is a glue made from starches or dextrins, then 350520 is the appropriate choice.
Both subheadings under HS-4 3505 relate to modified starches, but they serve different markets. Dextrins are often found in food and pharmaceuticals, while starch-based glues are more common in packaging and woodworking. Identify your primary application to select the right code.
Keywords & topics
Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.
dextrins · modified starches · pregelatinized starch · starch-based glues · food processing · adhesives · starch derivatives · esterified starches · thickening agents · gluten-free baking
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Pregelatinized starch for instant pudding mixes
- Dextrins used as thickening agents in sauces
- Starch-based adhesives for paper products
- Modified starches for gluten-free baking
- Esterified starches used in textile applications
- Glues based on dextrins for woodworking
- Starch derivatives for pharmaceutical formulations
Common questions
How people often phrase their search when they're trying to classify goods like yours.
- What is the HS code for modified starches?
- How to classify starch-based adhesives?
- Are dextrins considered modified starches?
- What are the uses of pregelatinized starch?
- How to determine the correct HS code for glues?
- What products fall under HS-4 3505?
Related topics
Longer phrases that come up when you're comparing codes or talking to a broker.
- importing dextrins for food applications
- classifying modified starches for customs
- starch-based glues for packaging materials
- uses of modified starches in baking
- differentiating between dextrins and starch glues
- understanding HS codes for starch derivatives
- requirements for importing pregelatinized starch
Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of products are classified under HS-4 3505?
- HS-4 3505 includes dextrins, modified starches like pregelatinized starch, and starch-based glues.
- How do I choose between HS-6 350510 and HS-6 350520?
- Choose HS-6 350510 for dextrins and modified starches intended for food or pharmaceutical use, and HS-6 350520 for starch-based glues.
- Can I use HS-4 3505 for all types of modified starches?
- Yes, HS-4 3505 covers various modified starches, but ensure to select the correct HS-6 subheading based on the specific product use.
- What are common applications for dextrins?
- Dextrins are commonly used as thickening agents in sauces, in food processing, and as binding agents in pharmaceuticals.
- Are there any specific import regulations for starch-based glues?
- Yes, starch-based glues may have specific import regulations depending on their intended use, so check with local customs authorities.
- What is the difference between pregelatinized starch and regular starch?
- Pregelatinized starch is processed to dissolve in cold water, while regular starch requires heating to gelatinize.
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