Lactose-Reduced Whey for Confectionery

Modified whey with significant lactose removal for sugar confectionery applications, HTS 0404.10.11.00 quota classification. Provides dairy solids without impacting sweetness profile. USDA licensing required.

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.

0404.10.90Lower: 35% vs 48%

If modified whey outside quota

Non-quota modified whey products

1806.90.05Lower: 21% vs 48%

If chocolate ingredient preparation

Chocolate/neocoa preparations quota under note 10

1702.90.90Lower: 40.1% vs 48%

If residual lactose product

Lactose threshold exclusion to Chapter 17

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Import Tips & Compliance

Lab analysis must show lactose removal per modified whey definition

Monitor total note 10 quota usage across all products

Include end-use statement for confectionery

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