Fat-Free Milk Protein Powder from Japan
High-protein fat-free milk powder (<1.5% fat) standardized for 40%+ protein content, used in protein bars and sports nutrition. Falls under HTS 0402.10.50.00 as low-fat milk powder not qualifying as MPC under 0404.90. Meets Chapter 4 concentration definitions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Differentiate from milk protein concentrate (MPC) requiring 40%+ total protein under 0404.90.10 documentation
• Provide solubility index and dispersibility tests for quality verification
• Ensure no added soy/other proteins to maintain pure milk classification