Deproteinized Dried Whey Concentrate

Dried whey with proteins largely removed, yielding high mineral/lactose product for mineral fortification. Under HTS 0404.10.50.10 quota/license as modified dried whey; natural constituents only. Used in fortified beverages.

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.

2835.29Lower: 14.1% vs 35%

If predominantly phosphate minerals extracted

Mineral salts recovered as principal product classify as chemicals

1702.90Lower: 15.1% vs 35%

If >95% lactose after deproteinization

High purity lactose from whey excluded from dairy chapter

3101.00.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If animal feed mineral supplement

Feed-grade mineral concentrates move to fertilizers Chapter 31

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document protein removal extent; obtain license for quota entry; analyze mineral profile; ensure remains <95% lactose

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