Whey Permeate with Sugar for Beverage Emulsifier from Germany
Whey permeate (lactose-rich fraction) with added sweetening matter used as emulsifier in dairy beverages. Classified HTS 0404.90.30.00 under U.S. note 10 quota as natural milk constituent product from note 1. Excludes high-lactose products over 95% threshold.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for lactose content below 95% to remain in chapter 4; secure license before shipment; monitor aggregate quota across all eligible dairy products