Whey Protein Isolate Powder from Canada
A highly refined whey protein isolate with at least 90% protein content by weight of dry matter, used primarily for sports nutrition and bodybuilding supplements. It falls under HTS 0404.90.28.00 as a natural whey constituent product described in additional U.S. note 1 to chapter 4, entered under general note 15 quota provisions for dairy products. This classification applies to whey powders not qualifying as modified whey or high-lactose products excluded to other headings.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
24.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Obtain USDA import license required for general note 15 quota entries; verify product fits additional U.S. note 1 description to avoid reclassification
• Provide lab analysis confirming whey origin and composition; watch annual quota exhaustion typically by Q3