Partial Lactose Hydrolyzed Whey GN15
Whey with partial enzymatic hydrolysis of lactose into simpler sugars, technically modified through constituent alteration. This product qualifies as modified whey under subheading note 1 and is used in lactose-sensitive nutritional products.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 11% | +50.0% | 61% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 11% | — | 11% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the hydrolyzed whey is in powdered form and within the access commitment
Powdered whey products with quota access are classified under this item.
If the hydrolyzed whey is in powdered form and over the access commitment
Over-access imports of powdered whey are classified here with higher duty rates.
If the product contains more than 95% lactose by weight on a dry matter basis
Products with very high lactose content are excluded from Chapter 4 and classified in Chapter 17.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the enzymatic hydrolysis process to demonstrate modification of whey constituents
• Check if the product qualifies for preferential duty rates under trade agreements by providing a valid certificate of origin
• If the product is in powder form, confirm whether it falls under the tariff rate quota for powdered whey
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