0404.10.50/Lactose-Reduced Dried Whey for Bakery/Japan

Lactose-Reduced Dried Whey for Bakery from Japan

Dried whey with partial lactose removal for low-sugar bakery mixes and bread improvers. HTS 0404.10.50 applies under quota provisions of additional U.S. note 12 with required licensing. Partial modification keeps it within natural whey classification.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Include lactose reduction specs in technical file; verify quota eligibility excluding Mexico; prepare for CBP questions on modification extent