Whey Protein Isolate Powder
A highly refined whey protein powder with at least 90% protein content by weight, obtained by removing lactose, minerals, and other non-protein components from whey. It falls under HTS 0404.90.70.00 as a natural milk constituent product (whey protein concentrate/isolate) not elsewhere specified, distinct from modified whey in 0404.10 or high-lactose products in 1702.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If whey constituents like lactose or minerals have been significantly removed
Qualifies as 'modified whey' per subheading note for 0404.10, which covers whey with removed or added natural constituents.
If containing over 80% whey proteins by dry matter weight
Chapter note excludes such high-concentration whey protein products, classifying them as albumins in heading 3502.
If blended with flavors, vitamins, or marketed as a finished food supplement
Further processing beyond natural constituents moves it from Chapter 4 to food preparations in 2106.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify protein content exceeds 40% by dry weight to avoid reclassification as modified whey (0404.10); obtain lab analysis certificates
• Check for USDA import licenses if entering under quota-limited subheadings; products from Mexico are prohibited
• Ensure FDA prior notice filing and compliance with protein supplement labeling under 21 CFR 101
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Skim Milk permeate Powder
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