Milk albumin, including concentrates of two or more whey proteins
Albumins (including concentrates of two or more whey proteins, containing by weight more than 80 percent whey proteins, calculated on the dry matter), albuminates and other albumin derivatives: > Milk albumin, including concentrates of two or more whey proteins
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 3502.20.00.00
Whey Protein Isolate Powder 90%
A highly refined milk albumin product derived from whey, containing over 90% whey proteins on a dry matter basis. It is used primarily as a dietary supplement for muscle building and recovery in fitness enthusiasts. Classified under HTS 3502.20.00.00 due to its high concentration of multiple whey proteins exceeding 80% by weight.
Whey Protein Concentrate 80% WPC80
Milk albumin concentrate from whey processing with exactly 80% or more whey proteins by dry weight, typically used in sports nutrition and protein bars. This product meets the HTS 3502.20.00.00 criteria as a concentrate of two or more whey proteins like beta-lactoglobulin and alpha-lactalbumin.
Hydrolyzed Whey Protein Blend
A partially hydrolyzed concentrate of multiple whey proteins (>80% by dry weight) from milk albumin, designed for rapid absorption in infant formula and medical nutrition. It qualifies for HTS 3502.20.00.00 as it retains classification as milk albumin despite mild hydrolysis.
Immunoglobulin-Enriched Whey Protein Concentrate
Specialty milk albumin concentrate enriched with immunoglobulins and lactoferrin from whey, exceeding 80% total whey proteins on dry basis for immune support supplements. Classified in HTS 3502.20.00.00 for its focus on concentrated whey protein fractions.
Whey Protein Micellar Blend 85%
A micellar aggregation of whey proteins including caseinomacropeptide and other fractions, concentrated to >85% protein for bakery fortification and meal replacements. Meets HTS 3502.20.00.00 as a milk-derived albumin concentrate of multiple whey components.
Lactoferrin and Beta-Lactoglobulin Whey Concentrate
Purified concentrate blending lactoferrin and beta-lactoglobulin from whey (>80% proteins), used in functional foods and cosmetics for antimicrobial properties. HTS 3502.20.00.00 applies to this multi-protein milk albumin derivative.
Whey Protein for Infant Nutrition 82%
Concentrate of whey proteins tailored for infant formula with >80% protein content, including alpha-lactalbumin for easier digestion. Classified under HTS 3502.20.00.00 as qualifying milk albumin prior to formula blending.