Whey Protein Isolate Powder from Mexico

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.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

18.5%

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

Import Tips

Obtain import license from USDA as this falls under Additional U.S

Note 1 quota (max 4,105,000 kg/year); provide lab analysis confirming whey protein content and natural milk constituent status; avoid misclassification as modified whey (0404.10) which requires proof of lactose/protein removal