Whey Protein Isolate Powder
Whey protein isolate is a highly purified form of whey protein extracted from milk, containing at least 90% protein by weight after removal of fats, lactose, and other non-protein components. It is a milk protein substance used in sports nutrition and food manufacturing. This product falls under tariff item 3504.00.11 as a milk protein substance within the access commitment.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imports exceed the access commitment or no quota is held
This sibling item covers the same milk protein substances but at the over access commitment duty rate.
If the product is not a milk protein substance or has less than 85% milk protein
Other protein substances not elsewhere specified fall under this residual item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the whey protein isolate has a milk protein content of 85% or more by weight on a dry matter basis to qualify for this tariff item
• Obtain a quota allocation or permit to benefit from the within access commitment rate; otherwise, the over access commitment rate applies
• Keep documentation of the protein content and source for CBSA verification
Related Products under Tariff item 3504.00.11
Casein Protein Isolate
Casein protein isolate is a milk protein substance precipitated from skim milk, yielding a slow-digesting protein powder over 90% pure. It is used in micellar formulations for muscle recovery and nutritional supplements. Under the Customs Tariff of Canada, it falls under tariff item 3504.00.11 as a milk protein substance within the access commitment.
Casein Protein Powder
Casein protein powder is a milk-derived protein substance processed into powder form for use in nutritional supplements and food manufacturing. It is a milk protein substance with a high protein content, typically above 85% on a dry matter basis. This product falls under tariff item 3504.00.11 as a milk protein substance within the access commitment.