Gelatin (including gelatin in rectangular sheets, whether or not surface-worked or coloured) and gelatin derivatives; isinglass; other glues of animal origin, excluding casein glues of heading no. 3501

HS v2017 Code: 3503

About gelatin (including gelatin in rectangular sheets, whether or not surface-worked or coloured) and gelatin derivatives; isinglass; other glues of animal origin, excluding casein glues of heading no. 3501

HS code 3503 covers a diverse range of animal-derived products, including gelatin, isinglass, and other animal glues. These materials play a crucial role in various industries, from food and pharmaceuticals to adhesives and photography. As a versatile and widely-used group of commodities, the 3503 product category is an important component of the global trade landscape.

Production process

The production of gelatin and related products under HS code 3503 typically involves the controlled hydrolysis of collagen, the primary structural protein found in animal connective tissues. This process can involve the use of acid, alkali, or enzymatic treatments to extract and purify the desired gelatin. Isinglass, a form of gelatin derived from the swim bladders of certain fish, is produced through a similar process of controlled hydrolysis. Other animal glues are manufactured by extracting and refining the adhesive proteins found in various animal sources.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 3503 products include raw materials such as animal hides, bones, and fish swim bladders. Specialized equipment for the hydrolysis, extraction, and purification processes is also necessary. Additionally, various chemicals, such as acids, alkalis, and enzymes, may be used to facilitate the production of these animal-derived materials.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 3503 include various grades and forms of gelatin, isinglass, and other animal glues. These materials find applications in a wide range of industries, including 1901 Food Industries, 3002 Pharmaceutical Industry, 3506 Adhesives Industry, and 3701 Photographic Industry. The versatility of these products ensures a steady demand across multiple sectors of the global economy.

Family tree for gelatin (including gelatin in rectangular sheets, whether or not surface-worked or coloured) and gelatin derivatives; isinglass; other glues of animal origin, excluding casein glues of heading no. 3501

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/35'>35: Albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3503'>3503: Gelatin (including gelatin in rectangular sheets, whether or not surface-worked or coloured) and gelatin derivatives; isinglass; other glues of animal origin, excluding casein glues of heading no. 3501</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3501'>3501: Casein, caseinates and other casein derivatives; casein glues</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3502'>3502: Albumins (including concentrates of two or more whey proteins, containing by weight more than 80% whey proteins, calculated on the dry matter), albuminates and other albumin derivatives</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3504'>3504: Peptones and their derivatives; other protein substances and their derivatives n.e.c. or included; hide powder, whether or not chromed</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3505'>3505: Dextrins and other modified starches (e.g. pregelatinised or esterified starches); glues based on starches or on dextrins or other modified starches</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3506'>3506: Prepared glues and other prepared adhesives, n.e.c. or included; products suitable for use as glues or adhesives, put up for retail sale as glues or adhesives, not exceeding 1kg net weight</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3507'>3507: Enzymes; prepared enzymes not elsewhere specified or included</a>"]

    B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/350300'>350300: Gelatin (including gelatin in rectangular sheets, whether or not surface-worked or coloured) and gelatin derivatives; isinglass; other glues of animal origin, excluding casein glues of heading no. 3501</a>"]


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