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SITCSection 5
U.S. imports of gelatin, gelatin derivatives, isinglass & animal glues (SITC 59224) totaled $23.6M in April 2026, traded with 29 countries.
Importers of Gelatin, Gelatin Derivatives, Isinglass & Animal Glues paid $2.5M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 13% on $19.7M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataDerived primarily from collagen-rich animal hides, bones, and connective tissue, gelatin enters US commerce in multiple physical forms — including rectangular or square sheets, granules, and powders — each suited to distinct food, pharmaceutical, or photographic applications. Gelatin derivatives and isinglass (a fish-bladder clarifying agent) fall within the same heading, as do other animal-origin glues not elsewhere specified. Because gelatin destined for food or pharmaceutical use may trigger FDA review at entry, importers should confirm the intended end-use classification before shipment. Classification edge cases arise when gelatin is blended or further processed, potentially shifting it to a downstream heading.
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Gelatin intended for food or pharmaceutical use is subject to FDA admissibility review. Importers should ensure the product is sourced from an FDA-registered facility and that entry documentation accurately reflects the intended end-use, as food-grade and industrial-grade gelatin are treated differently by regulators. Consult a licensed customs broker or FDA-registered agent for guidance specific to your shipment.
The heading specifically covers gelatin and its derivatives (including sheet forms), isinglass, and other animal-origin glues not elsewhere specified. Products that have been further chemically modified or blended with non-animal binders may fall under a different classification, so the degree of processing and the primary binding agent are the key classification determinants.
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