0404.10.50 - Described in additional U.S. note 12 to this chapter and entered pursuant to its provisions

This HTS classification, 0404.10.50, specifically covers dried whey and modified whey products that are described in additional U.S. note 12 to Chapter 4 and are entered under the provisions outlined within that note. This typically includes whey that has undergone a drying process, rendering it in powder or granular form, and may contain added sugar or other sweetening matters. The key distinguishing factor for this category is its adherence to specific regulatory requirements and descriptions detailed in the additional U.S. note, which may relate to import eligibility or specific product formulations.

This category is distinct from its sibling, 0404.10.48, which covers dried whey and modified whey products meeting the criteria of general note 15 of the tariff schedule. While both pertain to dried whey products, the controlling provision for classification rests on whether the goods fall under additional U.S. note 12 or general note 15, indicating different sets of import regulations or product characteristics that dictate their proper tariff treatment. The sibling 0404.10.90, "Other," serves as a residual category for any dried whey or modified whey products that do not meet the specific criteria of the preceding subheadings.

The subcategories within 0404.10.50 further refine the classification based on specific import licensing requirements. The code 0404.10.50.10 is designated for articles within this dried whey category for which an import license is mandated. The remaining products under this classification, those not requiring a specific import license as per the detailed provisions, are accounted for under 0404.10.50.90, "Other." This hierarchical structure allows for precise tracking and compliance with various import regulations affecting these dairy-derived products.