Grass-Fed MPC 70 Powder
Grass-Fed MPC 70 Powder is a milk protein concentrate derived from grass-fed cow milk, standardized to 70% protein content. It retains natural calcium, phosphorus, and lactose levels, making it a complete milk protein concentrate. This product falls under tariff item 0404.90.20 as it is an over access commitment milk protein substance with less than 85% protein by weight.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 270% | — | 270% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 270% | — | 270% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 270% | +50.0% | 320% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 270% | — | 270% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 270% | — | 270% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the import is within the access commitment quota
Sibling tariff item for within access commitment imports, with different duty treatment.
If milk protein content is 85% or more by weight on dry matter
Supplementary note 3 classifies milk protein substances with 85% or more protein in Chapter 35.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product's milk protein content is below 85% by weight on a dry matter basis to qualify for this tariff item
• Verify that the product is not classified under Chapter 35 if protein content is 85% or higher
• Include package weight in duty calculations as per supplementary note 1
Related Products under Tariff item 0404.90.20
Acid Whey Powder
Acid Whey Powder is produced from acid coagulation cheese production, such as cottage cheese, and has a higher mineral and acid content than sweet whey. It is a natural whey product. This product falls under tariff item 0404.90.20 as an over access commitment milk protein substance, provided it is not classified as modified whey.
Delactosed Whey Powder
Delactosed Whey Powder is whey from which most lactose has been removed, retaining whey proteins and minerals in natural ratios. It is used in high-protein, low-carb products. This product qualifies under tariff item 0404.90.20 as an over access commitment milk protein substance, provided it does not meet the full definition of modified whey.
Deminerallized Whey Permeate
Demineralized Whey Permeate is a liquid whey permeate with partial mineral removal via ion exchange, used in beverage manufacturing. It retains sufficient natural whey constituents. This product falls under tariff item 0404.90.20 as an over access commitment milk protein substance, provided it is not fully modified per the technical definition.
Fortified Whey Powder with Milk Constituents
Fortified Whey Powder with Milk Constituents is whey powder blended with added natural milk proteins and minerals, enhancing its nutritional profile for infant formula base. It consists of natural milk constituents. This product qualifies under tariff item 0404.90.20 as an over access commitment milk protein substance.
Instantized MPC 60 Protein
Instantized MPC 60 Protein is an agglomerated milk protein concentrate with 60% protein content, processed for enhanced dispersibility in beverages. It retains natural milk protein composition through physical processing only. This product qualifies under tariff item 0404.90.20 as an over access commitment milk protein substance.
Low-Lactose MPC 55
Low-Lactose MPC 55 is a milk protein concentrate with reduced lactose content through membrane processing, preserving the natural casein-to-whey ratio. It is designed for lactose-sensitive consumers. This product falls under tariff item 0404.90.20 as an over access commitment milk protein substance.