Delactosed Whey Powder from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
26%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
9903.88.157.5%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)
Import Tips
• Detailed processing records needed to distinguish from 0404.10 modified whey; mandatory USDA quota license; residual lactose testing prevents disputes