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Lactase Enzyme Tablets for Lactose Intolerance

Lactase beta-galactosidase enzymes in tablet form hydrolyze lactose for dairy-intolerant consumers. Classified in HTS 3507.90.70.00 as prepared enzymes, separate from Chapter 21 yeasts or Chapter 30 medicaments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3504.00Lower: 16.5% vs 37.5%

If derived from fungal or bacterial cultures

Most commercial lactases from Kluyveromyces or Aspergillus go to 3504.

2106.90Lower: 18.9% vs 37.5%

If sold as part of a formulated milk substitute

Blends with other food ingredients classify as preparations in 2106.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide enzyme activity units (FCC lactase units) on invoices for classification support

• Distinguish from yeast-derived products via lab analysis per chapter exclusions

• Retail packaging helps affirm consumer supplement status over bulk industrial use

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