Whey Protein Blend with Added Milk Protein GN15
Modified whey created by blending natural whey with added milk proteins, meeting the modified whey definition through constituent addition. This product is used in premium protein beverage formulations and qualifies for preferential tariff treatment.
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 blend is in powdered form and imported within the access commitment
Powdered whey products with quota allocation are classified under this item.
If the blend is in powdered form and imported over the access commitment
Over-access powdered whey imports are classified here with higher duty rates.
If the product is a food preparation containing milk constituents not elsewhere specified
Food preparations with milk constituents may fall under Chapter 19 if they do not meet the modified whey definition.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Maintain detailed records showing the addition of milk proteins to natural whey to support classification as modified whey
• Verify whether the product qualifies for preferential duty rates under Canada's free trade agreements
• If the blend is in powder form, check if it falls under the tariff rate quota for powdered whey
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