Lactose-Reduced Whey Concentrate 80%
Whey concentrate with 60-80% protein where much of the lactose has been removed via ultrafiltration or chromatography, used in protein bars and beverages. Classified under HTS 0404.10.15.00 as 'modified whey' because lactose (a whey constituent) has been removed, distinguishing it from unmodified whey while not meeting exclusion criteria for other chapters.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If whey proteins or natural constituents added
Subheading note defines modified whey to include whey with added natural whey constituents; simple addition shifts within 0404.10 but different statistical breakout
If for whey protein concentrates >80% protein
Exceeds chapter exclusion threshold for whey protein concentrates, reclassifying as industrial albumins
If dried and containing added sugar >5.5% dry weight
Blends with significant sweeteners may classify as dairy preparations under 1901 rather than primary whey products
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify protein/lactose specs via third-party lab testing for Customs classification; monitor annual quota allocations under US notes for dried whey; avoid misdeclaration as infant formula components which have separate regs
Related Products under HTS 0404.10.15.00
Modified Whey Protein Isolate Powder
This is whey protein isolate where lactose and minerals have been partially removed through filtration processes, resulting in a high-protein powder with at least 90% protein content. It falls under HTS 0404.10.15.00 as modified whey per subheading note, since whey constituents have been removed to create a concentrated protein product, not qualifying as >95% lactose or >80% whey proteins for other headings.
Deminalized Whey Powder for Ice Cream
Whey powder processed to remove most minerals (ash content <4%) through ion exchange, enhancing solubility for ice cream and confectionery applications. HTS 0404.10.15.00 applies as modified whey since minerals—a natural whey constituent—have been removed per subheading definition, remaining a dairy product not excluded elsewhere.
Whey Protein Hydrolysate Powder
Hydrolyzed whey where proteins are partially broken down enzymatically and lactose partially removed, yielding peptides for better digestibility in medical nutrition. Falls under 0404.10.15.00 as modified whey due to constituent removal and modification, provided it doesn't qualify for albumin exclusion.
Milk Protein Concentrate 40% (MPC40)
MPC40 is produced by ultrafiltration of skim milk and whey blends, concentrating complete milk proteins (casein + whey) to 40% with reduced lactose and minerals. Classified in HTS 0404.10.15.00 as product of natural milk constituents with modifications (removal of whey lactose/minerals), distinct from pure whey or cheese per US note definition.
Partially Delactosed Whey Permeate
Whey permeate from ultrafiltration with 50-70% lactose removed, retaining minerals and non-protein solids for bakery applications. HTS 0404.10.15.00 as modified whey via lactose removal, not qualifying as >95% lactose product excluded to sugars.
Whey Mineral Concentrate
Concentrate where proteins/lactose removed, enriching milk minerals (calcium/phosphorus) for supplements. Modified whey under 0404.10.15.00 via constituent removal, remaining dairy product.