Sweet Whey Demineralized Powder 70%
Demineralized sweet whey powder with 70% minerals removed, qualifying as modified whey for tariff item 0404.10.90. Produced from cheese whey with controlled mineral content for bakery applications.
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 imported within the access commitment for powdered whey
Powdered whey with quota access is classified under this item.
If imported over the access commitment for powdered whey
Over-access powdered whey imports are classified here with higher duty rates.
If the powder is formulated with other ingredients for bakery preparations
Prepared bakery ingredients may fall under Chapter 19.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the demineralization process to support classification as modified whey
• If the powder is imported under a tariff rate quota, obtain a quota allocation to access lower within-access duty rates
• Keep records of the mineral content to demonstrate the modification
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