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U.S. imports of glues based on starches or dextrins (HS 350520) totaled $535K in April 2026, traded with 11 countries.
Importers of Glues Based on Starches or Dextrins paid $69K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 15% on $468K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Glues Based on Starches or Dextrins imports of $535K in April 2026 ran 17% below the year-to-date monthly average of $648K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataStarch- and dextrin-based glues occupy a narrow but commercially distinct niche within the broader adhesives market, used primarily in paper, packaging, and corrugated board manufacturing where water-based, biodegradable bonding is preferred. The entire heading collapses into a single 10-digit line (3505200000), meaning all starch-based glues — whether derived from corn, potato, or other modified starches — are classified identically regardless of formulation. Vietnam leads US imports under this heading, with Austria and Germany as notable European sources. Because these products are industrial adhesives rather than food ingredients, no mandatory admissibility review by a food or drug agency applies.
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The key distinction is whether the product is formulated as a glue or adhesive ready for use, versus a modified starch supplied as an intermediate ingredient. A product presented as a prepared adhesive with starch as its functional base falls under 3505.20, while a modified starch sold for further processing by the buyer typically remains in 3505.10. The intended use and commercial presentation at the time of importation are the determining factors.
Importers should verify current Section 301 exposure for shipments from China, as starch-based glues classified under 3505200000 may be subject to additional duties depending on the applicable list. Consulting a licensed customs broker before shipment is advisable, as trade-remedy coverage can change.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3505200000 | GLUES BASED ON STARCHES | $535K | 14.64% | $69K |
GLUES BASED ON STARCHES
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3505200000 | GLUES BASED ON STARCHES | $622K |
GLUES BASED ON STARCHES
247.0K kg
ENZYMES AND PREPARED ENZYMES, NESOI
HS 350790
PEPTONES, OTHER PROTEINS & DERIV ETC; HIDE POWDER
HS 350400
ADHESIVES BASED ON RUBBER,POLMR OF HD3901-3913,NES
HS 350691
DEXTRINS AND OTHER MODIFIED STARCHES
HS 350510
GELATIN & DERIV; ISINGLASS; GLUES, ANIMAL OR NESOI
HS 350300
MILK ALBUMIN,INC CONCEN OF 2 OR MORE WHEY PROTEINS
HS 350220
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| EL PASO, TX | -- | $177K | +$177K |
| OAKLAND, CA | $130K | -- | -$130K |
| HOUSTON, TX | $126K | -- | -$126K |