In the April 10, 2024, Customs Bulletin and Decisions, U.S. Customs and Border Protection is reclassifying rice protein powder as a food preparation under HTSUS 2106.10.00 (6.4 percent duty) instead of as a protein substance under HTSUS 3504.00.5000 (4 percent duty). Ruling HQ H315652 will modify ruling NY N308405 to reflect this change, effective with respect to goods entered or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption on or after June 10.
The product at issue is a rice protein powder consisting of 80 percent or greater rice protein on a dry basis. The remaining 20 percent consists of residual materials of the protein extraction process such as ash, moisture, and fat. The protein is imported in 20 kg poly-lined paper bags and sold to food manufacturers for use as an ingredient in various food applications, including bars, chips, protein blends, ready-to-drink beverages, and dips.
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