U.S. exports of Glues Based on Starches or Dextrins (HS 350520) totaled $465K in August 2026.
Importers of Glues Based on Starches or Dextrins paid $20K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 11.26% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Glues Based on Starches or Dextrins imports of $177K in August 2026 ran 64% below the year-to-date monthly average of $487K.
Last updated: August 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.
Subheading 2 of 2 in heading 3505
Subheading 350520 · $465K of $42.3M
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3505200000 | Glues Based on Starches | $177K | 11.26% | 100.00% | $20K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3505200000 | Glues Based on Starches | $465K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
ImportsExports
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$177KYoY · free account
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$465KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $6.8M of Glues Based on Starches or Dextrins and exported $6.3M.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Exports · August 2026
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Mexico and Canada together take 72% of it.
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duty collected equals 11.26% of imports for consumption.