Hydrolyzed Whey Protein Blend from China
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.
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 hydrolysis degree to distinguish from peptones; obtain FDA approval for infant formula use; declare exact protein composition to avoid duties under pharmaceutical chapters