Albuminoidal substances; modified… (chapter 35): which countries import it
Chapter 35 covers protein-based products, modified starches, adhesives and enzymes used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food and industrial manufacturing.…
Published on 16 September 2026Updated on 27 September 2026
Chapter 35 covers protein-based products, modified starches, adhesives and enzymes used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food and industrial manufacturing. Spain exported USD 967 million in 2024. Main destinations are China, the US and Germany. These products face specific labeling and safety requirements depending on final use.
Fact sheet
- Code
- 35
- Sector
- Health, Cosmetics and Chemicals
Main importing markets
USD · 2024| Country | Imports (USD) |
|---|---|
| China | 4,417,177,617 |
| United States | 3,945,774,327 |
| Germany | 3,420,397,221 |
| Netherlands | 2,713,067,074 |
| Japan | 1,584,203,377 |
| France | 1,563,938,232 |
| United Kingdom | 1,386,063,889 |
| Canada | 1,373,133,699 |
| Mexico | 1,347,433,210 |
| Poland | 1,301,484,571 |
| India | 1,155,907,058 |
| South Korea | 1,059,112,733 |
| Spain | 967,355,367 |
| Italy | 964,018,017 |
| Brazil | 905,009,958 |
Imports declared by each country from the world. Countries report with a delay: the period is the latest with consolidated data.
Source: UN ComtradeData for 2024Verified on 27 September 2026
Headings in this chapter
- Casein, caseinates and other casein derivatives; casein gluesHeading 3501
- 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 derivativesHeading 3502
- 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. 3501Heading 3503
- Peptones and their derivatives; other protein substances and their derivatives n.e.c. or included; hide powder, whether or not chromedHeading 3504
- Dextrins and other modified starches (e.g. pregelatinised or esterified starches); glues based on starches or on dextrins or other modified starchesHeading 3505
- 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 weightHeading 3506
- Enzymes; prepared enzymes not elsewhere specified or includedHeading 3507
Trade fairs in this sector
What you need to know to export Chapter 35 from Spain
Chapter 35 groups seven product families: casein derivatives, albumins and whey proteins, gelatin, peptones and protein substances, modified starches, prepared adhesives, and enzymes. Each has different end markets, regulations and tariff treatment.
Most Chapter 35 products do not require inspection certificates, but some gelatin for pharmaceutical use and certain food additives may need third-party testing. Confirm with your buyer's importer of record.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between industrial gelatin and pharmaceutical-grade gelatin in terms of export rules?
Pharmaceutical-grade gelatin must meet pharmacopeial standards (European Pharmacopoeia, US Pharmacopoeia or equivalent) and often requires batch testing and certificates of analysis. Industrial-grade gelatin follows food or technical regulations depending on use. The tariff code may be the same, but regulatory documentation and buyer requirements differ. Your buyer will specify which standard applies.
Do I need to declare the animal origin of my casein or gelatin products?
Yes. Many destinations require declaration of animal species and origin for traceability and religious compliance reasons. The EU requires this information on technical data sheets. Some markets have BSE or other disease restrictions tied to animal origin. Check your destination market's veterinary import rules before shipment.
Are prepared adhesives from Chapter 35 subject to hazardous goods shipping rules?
Some adhesives contain solvents or reactive components classified as hazardous under IMDG, IATA or DOT rules. Your product's safety data sheet determines this. If hazardous, you must declare it, use approved packaging, and apply hazard labels. Non-hazardous adhesives ship as general cargo. Confirm your product's classification with your chemical safety department or a compliance advisor.
Which trade fairs should I attend to meet buyers for Chapter 35 products?
CPhI Worldwide and Cosmoprof are the largest for pharmaceutical and cosmetic proteins and enzymes. MEDICA reaches pharmaceutical buyers in Germany. Infarma focuses on the Spanish and Portuguese markets. Choose by your target buyer type: raw material suppliers exhibit at CPhI and Cosmoprof; finished product manufacturers attend MEDICA.
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