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U.S. imports of wheat gluten, whether or not dried (HS 110900) totaled $31.2M in April 2026, traded with 18 countries.
Importers of Wheat Gluten, Whether or Not Dried paid $3.8M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 13% on $30.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Wheat Gluten, Whether or Not Dried imports of $31.2M in April 2026 ran 24% above the year-to-date monthly average of $25.1M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataWheat gluten — the viscoelastic protein network isolated from wheat flour by washing away starch — is a high-value ingredient for bread improvers, meat analogs, pet food, and animal feed. Australia is the leading US supplier, reflecting its large-scale wheat wet-milling industry; Germany and Lithuania are also significant sources. The US schedule distinguishes animal-feed gluten (1109001000) from certified-organic (1109009010) and conventional food/industrial gluten (1109009020), each carrying different regulatory and documentation requirements. Food-grade and organic shipments are subject to FDA Prior Notice and facility registration, while animal-feed gluten may also require APHIS documentation depending on the feed matrix.
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Vital wheat gluten retains its viscoelastic functionality because it has been dried at low temperatures that preserve protein structure. Denatured gluten (dried at high heat) loses functionality and may be used primarily as a protein supplement in animal feed. Both classify under heading 1109, but the intended use (food improvement versus animal feed) determines which 10-digit line applies — 1109001000 for animal feed and 1109009010/9020 for food and industrial uses. Importers should declare end use accurately and retain technical data sheets.
To enter under 1109009010, the shipment must be accompanied by a valid organic certificate issued by an accredited certifying agent recognized under USDA's National Organic Program (NOP) or an equivalent foreign program with a recognition agreement. The certificate must cover the specific lot and production facility. CBP and USDA may request the certificate at entry; importers should ensure the document is current and matches the shipment details exactly.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1109009020 | WHEAT GLUTEN, WHETHER OR NOT DRIED,OTH TH ORG | $22.5M | 11.73% | $2.5M |
| 1109009010 | WHEAT GLUTEN, WHETHER OR NOT DRIED,CERT ORG | $4.8M | 17.87% | $851K |
| 1109001000 | WHEAT GLUTEN TO BE USED AS ANIMAL FEED, W/NT DRIED | $3.9M | 11.80% | $464K |
WHEAT GLUTEN, WHETHER OR NOT DRIED,OTH TH ORG
WHEAT GLUTEN, WHETHER OR NOT DRIED,CERT ORG
WHEAT GLUTEN TO BE USED AS ANIMAL FEED, W/NT DRIED
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1109000000 | WHEAT GLUTEN, WHETHER OR NOT DRIED | $505K |
WHEAT GLUTEN, WHETHER OR NOT DRIED
235.0K kg
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas | $15.6M | $268K | -$15.4M |
| California | $3.5M | $13K | -$3.5M |
| New Jersey | $2.2M | $5K | -$2.2M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHILADELPHIA, PA | $7.5M | -- | -$7.5M |
| NEWARK, NJ | $4.6M | -- | -$4.6M |
| CHARLESTON, SC | $3.8M | -- | -$3.8M |