U.S. imports of ossein and acid-treated bones (HS 050610) totaled $191K in April 2026, traded with 3 countries.
Acid demineralization of raw bones yields ossein, the collagen-rich intermediate that is the primary feedstock for gelatin and collagen peptide manufacturing — a supply chain critical to food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries. Brazil is the leading US supplier of ossein and acid-treated bones, reflecting that country's large cattle processing sector, with Ireland, Cambodia, France, and Spain also shipping to the US market. Classification at the 10-digit level falls under a single line (0506100000), simplifying entry, but importers should be aware that the product's animal origin and intended use may trigger FDA review for food-contact or pharmaceutical applications.
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Ossein is the principal collagen source for gelatin production used in food (confectionery, desserts, capsules), pharmaceutical (hard and soft gel capsules), and cosmetic (collagen peptides, skincare) applications. Its quality — particularly collagen yield and molecular weight profile — is determined by the acid treatment process and the age and type of the source animal bones.
Ossein destined for food-grade gelatin or pharmaceutical excipient production may be subject to FDA review at entry, particularly regarding the source species, country of origin, and compliance with applicable food safety or drug substance standards. Importers should work with a licensed customs broker and confirm FDA admissibility requirements before the first shipment.
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Imports
$191K
from 3 countries · YTD: $672K
Exports: $0
Deficit of $191K (net importer)
Trade balance: deficit of $191K (net importer)
YTD: $672K imported (April 2026)
8 shipments/month
Monthly import values over time
DEAD HORSES, SWINE ETC (INEDIBLE) & PRODUCTS NESOI
HS 051199
PRODUCTS & DEAD FISH, MOLLUSCS ETC, INEDIBLE NESOI
HS 051191
ANIMAL (NOT FISH) GUTS, BLADDERS, STOMACHS & PARTS
HS 050400
BOVINE SEMEN
HS 051110
POWDER AND WASTE OF BONES AND HORN-CORES, NESOI
HS 050690
DOWN FOR STUFFING CLEANED/DISINFECT TREAT FOR PRES
HS 050510
Top U.S. entry points for this product, ranked by latest-month import value.