HS Code 170211
Lactose (Purity ≥ 99% anhydrous)
HS code 170211 covers lactose and lactose syrup with a purity of 99% or more by weight, widely used as an excipient in medicine and infant nutrition.
6-digit Section IVFCL
HS Code 170211 — Lactose (Purity ≥ 99% anhydrous)
This code refers to highly pure lactose, also known as milk sugar. It specifies a purity level of at least 99%, often used in infant formula, pharmaceuticals, and food production.
What's included
- Pharmaceutical grade lactose
- Lactose syrup (99% pure)
- Anhydrous lactose crystals
What's excluded
- Lactose with less than 99% purity → use
170219(Lower purity lactose is classified under 170219.)
Common examples
- Medical grade lactose powder
- Infant formula lactose base
- Spray-dried lactose
Frequently asked questions
Why is purity important for this code?
The 99% threshold separates pharmaceutical/high-grade lactose 170211 from lower-grade industrial or food lactose 170219.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 10%
- Documentation: Certificate of Analysis (COA) is essential to prove the 99% purity level for customs.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Germany, United States, Netherlands
- Top importers: China, India, Japan
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Key takeaway
Essential for high-purity milk sugars destined for the medical or baby food sectors.
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