Whey Mineral Concentrate WMC from China
Concentrate rich in natural milk minerals (calcium, phosphorus) from whey diafiltration, used in fortified foods. HTS 0404.90.70.00 includes such natural whey-derived mineral products not qualifying as modified.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Mineral assays must confirm natural whey origin without synthetic additives
• Quota subject; Mexico excluded—verify country of origin
• Nutrition labeling compliance for mineral fortification claims