Whey Protein Isolate Blend from China
Industrial-grade powder from dried whey (0404.10), blended with minimal sugar, over 16% milk solids, low butterfat, for use in protein bars and supplements. Classified in 2106.90.09.00 because it's not consumer-ready and intended for further formulation. Bulk form distinguishes it from retail products.
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
• Include processing statements confirming capability for further mixing, not retail packaging
• Check against butterfat limits; test for compliance to avoid duties under higher-fat subheadings
• Declare exact subheading origins of dried milk/whey to match hierarchy requirements