Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey Protein Powder from Japan
This whey protein concentrate powder contains over 80% whey protein by weight on a dry matter basis, derived from whey with proteins concentrated through filtration processes. It falls under HTS 0404.10.05.00 as a whey protein concentrate, meeting the definition of modified whey where whey proteins have been concentrated by removing other constituents like lactose. Used primarily by athletes for muscle recovery.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
18.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain USDA import license if subject to quota; provide lab analysis certifying >40% protein content; declare exact protein percentage on entry documents to avoid reclassification