Lactose-Reduced Whey for Confectionery from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
13%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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