Edible Dried Whey for Confectionery Use from Japan
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.
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
• Provide microbial and heavy metal certificates for food safety; apply for license confirming quota compliance; label accurately as 'whey powder' avoiding preparation claims