Hydrolyzed Pea Peptide Powder
Hydrolyzed pea peptide powder consists of short-chain peptides derived from pea protein hydrolysis, used in sports recovery drinks. It falls under tariff item 3504.00.90 as a derivative of a protein substance, provided it is not a medicament or a product of Chapter 30.
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 powder is a food supplement preparation
Food supplements may be classified under Chapter 21 if they are not a pure protein substance.
If the powder is put up for retail sale as a medicament
Medicaments are excluded from Chapter 35 by section note 2.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is not put up in measured doses or for retail sale as a medicament, which would reclassify it to Chapter 30
• Provide documentation on the hydrolysis process to show it is a derivative, not a simple protein isolate
• Verify the reducing sugar content if dextrins are present, as per Chapter 35 note 2
Related Products under Tariff item 3504.00.90
Air-Classified Pea Protein
Air-classified pea protein is a fine pea protein powder for instant mixes, produced by air classification to concentrate protein. It is classified under tariff item 3504.00.90 as an other protein substance not elsewhere specified or included.
Certified Organic Green Pea Protein Concentrate
Certified organic green pea protein concentrate is a minimally processed protein concentrate from organic green peas, with 65-80% protein content. It falls under tariff item 3504.00.90 as an other protein substance not elsewhere specified or included, and is not excluded by Chapter 35 notes.
Certified Organic Pea Hide Powder Equivalent
Certified organic pea hide powder equivalent is a plant-based protein powder mimicking animal hide powder properties, derived from organic peas for leather processing. It is classified under tariff item 3504.00.90 as a hide powder alternative, not elsewhere specified or included.
Certified Organic Pea Protein Isolate
Certified organic pea protein isolate is a highly refined protein powder from organic peas, containing at least 85% protein after removal of starches and fibers. It falls under tariff item 3504.00.90 as an other protein substance not elsewhere specified or included.
Certified Organic Yellow Pea Protein Powder 80%
Certified organic yellow pea protein powder with 80% protein content is processed via air classification for clean label appeal. It is classified under tariff item 3504.00.90 as an other protein substance not elsewhere specified or included, and is not excluded by Chapter 35 notes.
Collagen Peptides Powder
Collagen peptides powder, bioactive hydrolysates from bovine or marine sources for skin and beauty supplements. It is a protein derivative not elsewhere specified, valued for low molecular weight absorption and used in beverages.