Dried Modified Whey Protein Isolate for Sports Nutrition from China
This dried whey protein isolate has had lactose partially removed to achieve high protein content (over 90%), fitting the definition of modified whey under subheading 0404.10. Entered under quota provisions of general note 15 for dairy imports. Primarily used in protein shakes and sports supplements.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain USDA import license required for quota entries under general note 15; Mexico-origin prohibited
• Provide lab analysis certifying modification (lactose/protein removal) and dry matter content
• Avoid misclassification by ensuring product meets Chapter 4 notes excluding >95% lactose items