35029000
ALBUMINOIDAL SUBSTANCES; MODIFIED STARCHES; GLUES; ENZYMES›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
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Classification of other albumins
CN code 350290 covers other albumins, albuminates and other albumin derivatives including egg albumin (ovalbumin), blood albumin and plant albumins. Egg albumin is used in the food industry as a foaming agent and emulsifier, in photography, pharmaceuticals and vaccine production.
Food and veterinary regulations
Food-grade albumins of animal origin are subject to Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 and veterinary provisions. Import requires a health certificate. Blood albumin is subject to Regulation (EC) No 1069/2009 on animal by-products. Technical albumins are subject to REACH.
Trade and customs procedures
Import under CN code 350290 requires a commercial invoice with product specification and veterinary documentation.
EU requirements for adhesives and binders
Importing Other albumins and albuminates (CN 3502 90) into the EU requires meeting quality and safety standards. Protein products for food contact must comply with Regulation 1935/2004. Industrial adhesives are subject to CLP classification and require an SDS. Construction adhesives require a Declaration of Performance under the Construction Products Regulation 305/2011 (CPR) and CE marking. Food enzymes are governed by Regulation 1332/2008. Storage conditions (temperature, humidity) must follow manufacturer specifications. Customs control may require a Certificate of Analysis.
Frequently asked questions
Does egg albumin require veterinary control?
Yes. Food-grade egg albumin as an animal-origin product is subject to veterinary control on import from third countries. A health certificate and inspection at a designated border control post are required.
What albumins does code 350290 cover?
Code 350290 covers egg albumin (ovalbumin), blood albumin (serum albumin), plant albumins and albuminates. It does not cover lactalbumin (code 350220) or dried egg albumin fit for human consumption (code 350211).
Is blood albumin subject to animal by-product regulations?
Yes. Animal blood albumin is subject to Regulation (EC) No 1069/2009. Import requires compliance with sanitary and veterinary requirements including appropriate processing and certification.
What certifications are required for adhesives CN 3502 90?
Adhesives under CN code 3502 90 require an SDS (REACH), CLP classification, and possibly a CE declaration for construction adhesives (EN 12004, EN 15274). Food-contact adhesives must comply with Reg. 1935/2004. Food enzymes are governed by Reg.
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