Caseinates and other casein derivatives; casein glues

HS code 350190 covers a range of products derived from casein, a protein found in milk. These casein-based materials have a wide variety of industrial applications, from food processing to adhesives and coatings. As a key component in the dairy industry supply chain, the caseinates and other casein derivatives described by this code play an important role in the broader food and manufacturing sectors.

Caseinates and other casein derivatives are typically produced by chemically or enzymatically treating casein, the primary protein found in milk. This process involves separating the casein from other milk components, then modifying its chemical structure to create the desired properties for different applications. Common production methods include precipitation, hydrolysis, and salt formation to produce a range of casein-based products.

The main inputs for the production of caseinates and other casein derivatives are raw milk and dairy processing equipment. Milk is the primary source of casein, which is then isolated and further processed. Additional inputs may include various chemical reagents, enzymes, and processing aids depending on the specific casein derivative being manufactured.

The outputs of HS code 350190 include a diverse array of casein-based products with applications across many industries. These include 350110 Casein, 350120 Casein glues, and various modified casein compounds used as food additives, binders, coatings, and more. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by manufacturers in the 1901 Preparations for infant use, for retail sale, 3506 Prepared glues and other prepared adhesives, and 3809 Finishing agents, dye carriers to accelerate the dyeing or fixing of dyestuffs and other products and preparations sectors, among others.