MPC 70 Milk Protein Concentrate
MPC 70 Milk Protein Concentrate contains 70% protein from skim milk via membrane filtration, ideal for protein bars and beverages. It is a casein-rich derivative for industrial food applications. It falls under tariff item 3501.10.00 as casein, as its protein content is below 85%.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the milk protein content is 85% or more by weight on dry matter
Supplementary note 1 mandates classification under 3504.00.11 for high-protein milk protein substances.
If the milk protein content is less than 85% by weight on dry matter
Lower-protein milk protein substances are classified in Chapter 4.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the protein content is below 85% to stay under 3501.10.00; otherwise, reclassification to 3504.00.11 applies
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing the protein percentage on dry matter
• Confirm the product is not put up for retail sale as a food preparation
Related Products under Tariff item 3501.10.00
Bulk MPC 56 for Bakery Applications
Bulk MPC 56 is a milk protein concentrate with 56% protein content, produced by ultrafiltration of skim milk. It is used in bakery applications to enhance protein content and browning in bread and pastry products. As a casein-dominant milk protein, it falls under tariff item 3501.10.00 for casein.
Fortified MPC with Minerals
Fortified MPC with Minerals is a milk protein concentrate with 55% protein, enriched with calcium and magnesium from milk minerals for meal replacement applications. The primary component is casein, making it classifiable under tariff item 3501.10.00. The added minerals do not alter its essential character as a casein product.
High-Calcium Milk Protein Concentrate MPC85
High-Calcium Milk Protein Concentrate MPC85 is a milk protein concentrate with 85% protein, enriched with natural milk calcium for bone health formulas. It is derived from skim milk filtration and is casein-dominant. Under supplementary note 1, milk protein substances with 85% or more protein content are classified under tariff item 3504.00.11 or 3504.00.12, not 3501.10.00.
Low-Lactose Milk Protein Concentrate 60%
Low-Lactose Milk Protein Concentrate 60% is a milk protein concentrate with 60% protein, produced via chromatography to reduce lactose for lactose-intolerant applications. The product is casein-dominant and used as an industrial ingredient. It falls under tariff item 3501.10.00 as casein, provided its protein content is below 85%.
Micellar Casein MPC90 Concentrate
Micellar Casein MPC90 Concentrate is a milk protein concentrate with 90% protein, preserving the micellar casein structure through cold ultrafiltration of milk. It is a premium ingredient for sustained-release protein supplements. Due to its high protein content (90%), it is excluded from 3501.10.00 by supplementary note 1 and falls under 3504.00.11 or 3504.00.12.
Milk Protein Concentrate 40% Powder
Milk Protein Concentrate 40% Powder is produced by ultrafiltration of skim milk, concentrating milk proteins while retaining lactose and minerals. With 40% protein content, it is casein-dominant and used as an industrial ingredient. It falls under tariff item 3501.10.00 as casein, as its protein content is below 85%.