Infant Formula Whey Component Liquid

Fluid demineralized whey partial (40% mineral reduction) at 10% solids for infant formula production. Classifies HTS 0404.10.20.00 as fluid whey meeting food safety standards for sensitive applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0404.10Same rate: 35%

If complete demineralization

Full constituent modification per subheading note

1901.10.21Same rate: 35%

If pre-blended infant formula

Finished infant foods classified Chapter 19

3502Lower: 10% vs 35%

If isolated whey proteins

Protein isolates excluded via Chapter note

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Import Tips & Compliance

Infant formula GMP certification required; mineral reduction % documentation; special quarantine procedures possible

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