Whey Protein Concentrate from Germany
Whey protein concentrate is a byproduct of cheese production, concentrated to 35-80% protein for sports nutrition. It qualifies under HTS 3504.00.50 as a derivative protein substance nesoi, separate from unmodified dairy. Used primarily as an ingredient in shakes and bakery products.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include whey processing specs (e.g
• concentration percentage) and dairy origin certificates
• FDA prior notice required for food imports; test for lactose content to prevent dairy reclassification