Microfiltered Whey Protein GN15

Whey proteins concentrated through microfiltration removing smaller whey fractions, creating modified whey composition. Qualifies under GN15 for reduced duties. Premium ingredient for clean-label products.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China13%+35.0%48%
🇲🇽Mexico13%+10.0%23%
🇨🇦Canada13%+10.0%23%
🇩🇪Germany13%+10.0%23%
🇯🇵Japan13%+10.0%23%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3502.20.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 48%

If cross-flow microfiltration >80% protein

Advanced filtration achieving high protein purity excludes to albumins

0402.91Lower: 10% vs 48%

If retains cream layer

Significant fat content shifts toward milk/cream classification

8421.21.00.00Lower: 35% vs 48%

If sold with filtering equipment

Machinery sets containing filtering media classify as equipment

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit microfiltration pore size and yield documentation

Verify protein fractionation doesn't exceed 80% limit

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