Whey Protein Isolate Powder from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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