Dried Whey Beverage Base

Base powder from dried whey mixed with sugars for ready-to-mix drinks, >16% milk solids, low butterfat. 2106.90.09.00 as it's for further dilution/processing, not final retail product.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2106.90.99Lower: 13.9% vs 17.5%

If non-dairy-derived ingredients

General food preps not from listed dairy subs go here.

2202.99Higher: 24.9% vs 17.5%

If liquid beverage concentrates

Liquid forms classified as non-alcoholic beverages.

1901.90Lower: 16.4% vs 17.5%

If malt-based with dairy

Malt extracts blended with dairy shift to Chapter 19.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure no retail branding or small packaging to maintain industrial status

Lab certify butterfat and solids for customs entry validation

Link to specific 0404 origins in documentation

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