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Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 0404.90.50.00
Whey Protein Isolate Powder
A highly refined whey protein isolate containing over 90% protein by weight, used primarily as a dietary supplement for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. It falls under HTS 0404.90.50.00 as a whey-derived product consisting of natural milk constituents (whey proteins), not modified by removal of lactose or minerals to meet 0404.10 criteria, and subject to Chapter 4 quota limitations in Additional U.S. Note 1. The product is dry powder form with minimal added sugars.
Sweet Whey Powder for Animal Feed
Dried sweet whey powder produced from cheese-making, containing natural lactose, proteins, and minerals, primarily used in livestock feed formulations. Classified under HTS 0404.90.50.00 as unmodified whey product of natural milk constituents, subject to Chapter 4 quota restrictions despite feed end-use. Minimal processing beyond concentration and drying.
Milk Protein Concentrate 40% MPC-40
Milk protein concentrate containing 40% protein (casein + whey proteins) by weight, used in protein bars, beverages, and nutritional products. Falls under HTS 0404.90.50.00 per U.S. Note definition for MPC ≥40% protein as natural milk constituents product, subject to quota in Additional U.S. Note 1. Not classified as cheese or modified whey.
Lactose-Reduced Whey Powder
Whey powder processed to partially reduce lactose content but retaining natural whey protein/mineral profile, used in low-lactose nutritional products. Classifies under HTS 0404.90.50.00 as it doesn't meet full 'modified whey' definition requiring complete removal/addition of constituents, subject to quota. Retains essential natural milk characteristics.
Whey Mineral Concentrate
Concentrate derived from whey rich in natural milk minerals (calcium, phosphorus, potassium), used in fortified foods and supplements. HTS 0404.90.50.00 classification as product of natural milk constituents not meeting modified whey or high-protein exclusion criteria, quota-applicable. Minimal protein content with emphasis on mineral fraction.
Delactosed Whey Powder
Whey from which most lactose removed but retaining whey proteins and minerals in natural ratios, used in high-protein low-carb products. Borderline classification under HTS 0404.90.50.00 if not fully meeting modified whey technical definition, quota-restricted. Partial processing maintains Chapter 4 status.
Acid Whey Powder
Powder from acid coagulation cheese production (cottage cheese), higher mineral/acid content than sweet whey. HTS 0404.90.50.00 as natural whey product regardless of sweet/acid type, subject to quota. Standard drying concentration without constituent modification.
Whey Protein Concentrate 34% WPC-34
Whey protein concentrate with 34% protein content, lower concentration than isolates, used in bakery and dairy products. Classifies HTS 0404.90.50.00 as natural whey constituent product not meeting albumin exclusion (>80% protein), quota-applicable. Ultrafiltration processed but retains natural composition.
Fortified Whey Powder with Milk Constituents
Whey powder blended with added natural milk proteins/minerals from milk, enhancing nutritional profile for infant formula base. HTS 0404.90.50.00 as product consisting of natural milk constituents per heading scope, quota-restricted. Addition doesn't qualify as 'modified whey' under strict definition.
Deminerallized Whey Permeate
Liquid whey permeate with partial mineral removal via ion exchange, used in beverage manufacturing. Borderline HTS 0404.90.50.00 if not fully modified per technical definition, subject to quota. Retains sufficient natural characteristics.