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 v2022 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, primarily gelatin and its derivatives. Gelatin is a versatile material with a wide range of applications, from food and pharmaceuticals to photography and cosmetics. This industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, providing essential ingredients and materials for numerous downstream industries.

Production process

The production of gelatin and related products under HS code 3503 typically involves a multi-step process. Raw materials, such as animal bones, skin, and connective tissues, are collected and pre-treated to extract the collagen. This collagen is then subjected to controlled hydrolysis, often through the application of heat and acid or alkaline solutions, to produce the desired gelatin properties. The resulting gelatin is then purified, dried, and often further processed into various forms, such as sheets or powders, to meet the specific needs of end-users.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of gelatin and related products under HS code 3503 include raw animal materials, such as 4101 Hides and skins, 4102 Sheep or lamb skin leather, and 4103 Other raw hides and skins. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized equipment and machinery for the extraction, processing, and packaging of the final products. Chemical reagents, such as acids and bases, may also be used in the production process.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 3503 are gelatin and its derivatives, which find applications in a wide range of industries. Gelatin is commonly used in the food and beverage industry as a gelling agent, stabilizer, and emulsifier. It is also used in the pharmaceutical industry for the production of capsules and other drug delivery systems. Additionally, gelatin and its derivatives are used in the photography, cosmetics, and adhesives industries. The outputs of this industry may be consumed by industries covered under other HS codes, such as 3501 Casein, caseinates and other casein derivatives; casein glues, 3502 Albumins (including concentrates of two or more whey proteins, containing by weight more than 80% whey proteins, calculated on the dry matter, and 3504 Peptones and their derivatives; other protein substances and their derivatives, not elsewhere specified or included; hide powder, whether or not chromed.

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

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/35'>35: Albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3503'>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/v2022/3501'>3501: Casein, caseinates and other casein derivatives; casein glues</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3502'>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/v2022/3504'>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/v2022/3505'>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/v2022/3506'>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/v2022/3507'>3507: Enzymes; prepared enzymes not elsewhere specified or included</a>"]

    B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/350300'>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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