Hydrolyzed Whey Protein Hydrolysate Powder from Mexico
Enzymatically hydrolyzed whey protein for improved digestibility in medical nutrition products. Remains classified HTS 0404.90.28.00 as natural whey constituent (hydrolysis doesn't remove constituents per subheading note), entered general note 15.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
24.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide hydrolysis process validation showing no constituent removal; dual USDA/FDA clearance often required
• Small annual quota share means early license application critical