Edible Dried Whey for Confectionery Use
Food-grade spray-dried whey used as sweetener and bulking agent in chocolate and candy production. Classified in HTS 0404.10.50 under additional U.S. note 12 quota for dried whey imports requiring USDA oversight. Natural whey product meeting human consumption standards.
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If exceeding quota or specific cream content
Whey cream or over-quota dried whey uses 0404.10.20 without note 12 restrictions.
If pre-mixed into chocolate crumb
Incorporated into chocolate preparations shifts to Chapter 18 heading 1806.
If containing added sugar > chapter limits
Compounds with butterfat substitutes or excess additives classify under 2106.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide microbial and heavy metal certificates for food safety; apply for license confirming quota compliance; label accurately as 'whey powder' avoiding preparation claims
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