Dried Whey Permeate Powder with Sucrose for Confectionery from Japan
Whey permeate (lactose-rich fraction) dried with added sugar, where proteins/minerals removed during ultrafiltration qualifies as modified whey. Used in candy production. Entered under general note 15 provisions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify ultrafiltration process documentation proving modification occurred
• Sugar content declaration critical to avoid reclassification as sweetened milk
• Confectionery end-use declaration helps during quota allocation requests