Whey Protein Hydrolysate Powder from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• FDA prior notice required for food facility imports; provide hydrolysis specs and protein content certification; watch for TRQ (tariff-rate quota) exhaustion on dairy products