Milk Protein Concentrate Blend
A powdered mixture derived from dried whey and milk solids, containing over 16% milk solids by weight and not exceeding 5.5% butterfat, blended with sugar for further processing. It falls under HTS 2106.90.06.00 as it's described in additional U.S. note 10 to chapter 4, entered pursuant to its provisions, and not retail-ready.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unmixed dried whey without added sugar or ingredients
Pure dried whey concentrates without mixtures fall under chapter 4 dairy preparations, not chapter 21 food mixes.
If butterfat exceeds 5.5% by weight
Higher butterfat content shifts classification out of this specific subheading to other compounded food mixtures.
If predominantly sugar-based with minor dairy addition
If milk solids are incidental and sugar dominates, it may classify as a sugar preparation rather than dairy-derived.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify entry eligibility under U.S. note 10 to chapter 4 with precise milk solids and butterfat documentation; obtain prior approval from USDA if required
• Ensure product is not retail-packaged to avoid reclassification
• Label composition accurately to prevent customs holds
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Whey Powder Sugar Mix for Ice Cream Base
Industrial blend of dried whey from subheading 0404.10, mixed with sugar, over 16% milk solids, under 5.5% butterfat, designed for further mixing into ice cream formulations. Classified in HTS 2106.90.06.00 per U.S. note 10 to chapter 4 for non-retail dairy mixes suitable for processing.
Dried Buttermilk Solids with Stabilizers
Mixture from dried buttermilk (0403.90.45) with added stabilizers and sugar, over 16% milk solids, ≤5.5% butterfat, for bakery or beverage processing. It meets HTS 2106.90.06.00 criteria as a non-consumer-ready product under additional U.S. note 10 to chapter 4.
Skim Milk Powder Sugar Blend for Yogurt Starter
Powdered skim milk solids (from 0402.21) combined with sugar for use as a yogurt fermentation base, exceeding 16% milk solids, butterfat <5.5%, not in retail form. Falls under HTS 2106.90.06.00 pursuant to U.S. note 10, chapter 4 for processible dairy mixtures.
Whey Permeate Protein Fortifier Mix
Industrial fortifier from whey permeate (0404.10.90) mixed with milk solids and minimal sugar, >16% total milk solids, ≤5.5% butterfat, for nutrition bars or drinks. HTS 2106.90.06.00 applies as per chapter 4 note 10 for further-processable dairy blends.
Dried Milk Blend for Confectionery Base
Blend of dried milk and whey solids with sugar for chocolate or candy production, over 16% milk solids, butterfat not over 5.5%, bulk industrial form. Classified HTS 2106.90.06.00 under U.S. note 10 to chapter 4 as non-retail processible mix.