Acid Whey Powder for Confectionery from Japan
Powdered acid whey from cottage cheese production with characteristic low pH and mineral profile, used in chocolate and candy production. HTS 0404.90.28.00 as natural whey product described in additional U.S. note 1, pursuant to general note 15.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document acid whey origin from cheese production; test pH to distinguish from sweet whey
• Quota license processing takes 2-4 weeks; plan accordingly