HS Code Subheading

Sugars; lactose and lactose syrup, containing by weight less than 99% lactose, expressed as anhydrous lactose, calculated on the dry matter

1702.19 Subheading
Section IV — Prepared foodstuffs; beverages, spirits and vinegar; tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes

About HS Code 170219

This category covers lactose and lactose syrup with less than 99% lactose content, making it suitable for a broader range of industrial applications compared to its high-purity counterpart. These products are widely utilized in the food industry as a bulking agent, sweetener, or texture modifier in confectionery, baked goods, and dairy products. They also find significant use in animal feed formulations. Trade volumes are substantial, often involving bulk shipments, with less stringent purity requirements than pharmaceutical grades. Importers are typically large-scale food processors and animal feed manufacturers, while exporters are major dairy-producing countries.

Products Under This Code

Food grade lactose, feed grade lactose, lactose monohydrate, lactose for confectionery, lactose for baking, industrial lactose powder, crude lactose

Real World Examples

FrieslandCampina (food grade lactose), Glanbia Nutritionals (lactose for food), Hilmar Ingredients (lactose powder), Saputo Dairy Australia (industrial lactose)

Common Misclassification

Frequently confused with 170211 due to the similar product type; the key differentiator is the 'less than 99%' lactose purity. It can also be mistaken for other sugar types if not properly analyzed.

Products Classified Under 1702.19

Lactose syrup

Related Codes

1702.11 Sugars; lactose and lactose syrup, containing by weight 99% or more lactose, expressed as anhydrous lactose, calculated on the dry matter 1702.20 Sugars; maple sugar, chemically pure, in solid form; maple syrup, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter 1702.30 Sugars; glucose and glucose syrup, not containing fructose or containing in the dry state less than 20% by weight of fructose, the syrup not containing added flavouring or colouring matter 1702.40 Sugars; glucose and glucose syrup, containing in the dry state at least 20% but less than 50% by weight of fructose, excluding invert sugar, the syrup not containing added flavouring or colouring matter 1702.50 Sugars; fructose, chemically pure, in solid form 1702.60 Sugars; fructose, other than chemically pure fructose, and fructose syrup (containing in the dry state more than 50% by weight of fructose), excluding invert sugar 1702.90 Sugars; n.e.c. in heading no. 1702, including invert sugar and other sugar and sugar syrup blends containing, in the dry state, 50% by weight of fructose

Industry

This code belongs to the Food & Beverages industry.

Trade Overview

Major importers include Mexico, Japan, South Korea; key exporters are USA, Germany, France.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 170219?

HS code 170219 covers: Sugars; lactose and lactose syrup, containing by weight less than 99% lactose, expressed as anhydrous lactose, calculated on the dry matter. This category covers lactose and lactose syrup with less than 99% lactose content, making it suitable for a broader range of industrial applications compared to its high-purity counterpart. These products are widely utilized in the food industry as a bulking agent, sweetener, or texture modifier in confectionery, baked goods, and dairy products. They also find significant use in animal feed formulations. Trade volumes are substantial, often involving bulk shipments, with less stringent purity requirements than pharmaceutical grades. Importers are typically large-scale food processors and animal feed manufacturers, while exporters are major dairy-producing countries.

What products fall under HS code 170219?

Food grade lactose, feed grade lactose, lactose monohydrate, lactose for confectionery, lactose for baking, industrial lactose powder, crude lactose

What are common misclassifications for HS code 170219?

Frequently confused with 170211 due to the similar product type; the key differentiator is the 'less than 99%' lactose purity. It can also be mistaken for other sugar types if not properly analyzed.

How is HS code 170219 structured?

HS code 170219 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (17) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.