Demilactosed Whey Powder Derivative
Dried whey from which most lactose has been removed, retaining whey proteins and minerals for use in low-carb nutrition products. While technically modified, classified under 0404.10.50.90 quota when entered per note 12 provisions, distinguishing from pure 0404.10.10 modified whey.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If standard modified whey classification
Subheading note defines modified whey (lactose/proteins/minerals removed) to 0404.10.10
If residual lactose >95% dry matter
Even modified, high-lactose content follows chapter exclusion to 1702
If protein concentration >80% dry matter
High whey protein products excluded to albumins heading 3502
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document lactose removal process without violating modified whey definitions; obtain quota license; provide compositional analysis showing retained whey characteristics
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Dried Whey Powder for Animal Feed
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Sweet Dried Whey with Added Sucrose
Dried whey with added sugar (sucrose) for use in bakery products and confectionery, produced by spray-drying sweetened liquid whey. Classified under HTS 0404.10.50.90 as dried whey containing added sweetening matter pursuant to quota provisions. Meets definition excluding modified whey where constituents were removed.
Concentrated Dried Whey 35% Protein
Spray-dried whey concentrate with 35% protein content, used in sports nutrition shakes and protein bars, produced by partial concentration before drying. Falls under 0404.10.50.90 as non-modified dried whey under quota provisions, below thresholds for protein concentrates or cheese classification.
Dried Whey for Ice Cream Manufacturing
Food-grade dried whey powder standardized for ice cream production, providing sweetness and body without modification of natural constituents. HTS 0404.10.50.90 applies to this dried whey product entered under quota, used as dairy ingredient in frozen desserts.
Organic Dried Whey Powder
Certified organic dried whey from organic milk production, spray-dried without additives, used in organic bakery and nutrition products. Classified HTS 0404.10.50.90 under quota when organic certification verifies natural whey processing without modification.
Whey Powder for Beverage Emulsification
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