Whey Permeate Sweetener Base from China
Industrial sweetener from whey permeate (0404.10), blended with sugar, >16% milk solids, low fat for beverage bases. 2106.90.09.00 applies as it's for further mixing, not direct retail. Bulk packaging confirms processing intent.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
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
• Document 'capable of further processing' with buyer contracts or specs
• Monitor for butterfat creep during blending to stay under 5.5%
• Use bulk totes over retail bags to affirm non-consumer classification