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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If natural milk constituents NESOI
Products of natural milk constituents not specifically whey may go to 0404.90
If contains compound chocolate or flavors
Whey with added chocolate/cocoa preparations classified in 2106
If used in yogurt production mixtures
Dry whey mixtures for yogurt may classify as food preparations 1901
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure meets FDA ice cream standards (21 CFR 135); declare mineral/vitamin content; track quota usage via USDA Dairy Import Licensing Program
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