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HS HEADING 3505

Dextrins and other modified starches (e.g. pregelatinised or esterified starches); glues based on starches or on dextrins or other modified starches

In plain English

This category includes dextrins and other starches that have been altered, such as those that are pregelatinised or esterified. It also covers adhesives made from starches, dextrins, or these modified starches. The items are split into two groups: one for the dextrins and modified starches themselves, and another for the glues based on these materials.

PARAPHRASE OF THE OFFICIAL HS 2022 TEXTS BELOW — NOT LEGAL ADVICE

6-digit subheadings (2)

Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.

3505.10

Dextrins and other modified starches

3505.20

Glues; based on starches, or on dextrins or other modified starches

Chapter 35 classification notes

Gelatin (3503.00) often clears as routine; bovine-origin gelatin from BSE-affected zones may be restricted. Pharmaceutical-grade gelatin in capsule form goes to Chapter 30.

Frequent misclassification in this chapter

Industrial enzymes (3507) vs. medicinal enzymes (Chapter 30); food-grade gelatin (3503) vs. pharmaceutical (Chapter 30).

Classification certainty

The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.

Binding tariff ruling database

Other headings in Chapter 35

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