Standard International Trade Classification
U.S. exports of Albumins (Excluding Egg Albumin) & Other Albumin Derivatives (SITC 59223) totaled $141.0M in August 2026.
Importers of Albumins (Excluding Egg Albumin) & Other Albumin Derivatives paid $1.9M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 9.90% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Albumins (Excluding Egg Albumin) & Other Albumin Derivatives imports of $18.9M in August 2026 ran 16% below the year-to-date monthly average of $22.5M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataWhey protein concentrates containing more than 80% whey proteins on a dry-matter basis, lactalbumin, and other non-egg albumins are grouped here — a category that sits at the intersection of dairy ingredient trade and the fast-growing sports and clinical nutrition markets. Lactalbumin and high-protein whey fractions are valued for their complete amino acid profiles and rapid digestibility, commanding premium pricing over standard whey powder. Because these are milk-derived proteins, food-grade imports are subject to FDA admissibility review and must comply with milk allergen labeling requirements; importers should maintain Foreign Supplier Verification Program documentation and confirm that supplying dairy establishments meet US food safety equivalency standards.
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Egg albumin (ovalbumin) is classified separately in the trade schedule under egg products, reflecting its distinct biological source and the different regulatory and inspection regime that applies to egg-derived ingredients. This heading covers milk-derived albumins such as lactalbumin and high-concentration whey protein fractions, as well as albumins from other non-egg sources. Misclassification between these categories can trigger incorrect duty treatment and admissibility review procedures.
Importers should obtain a detailed product specification confirming the whey protein content on a dry-matter basis, since the 80% threshold is a classification criterion. FDA Foreign Supplier Verification Program records, a certificate of analysis, and documentation that the foreign dairy establishment meets US food safety standards are all typically required. Given the complexity of dairy protein admissibility, consulting a licensed customs broker or food regulatory specialist before shipment is advisable.
Basic heading 37 of 465 in section 5
Basic heading 59223 · $141.0M of $26.2B
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12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $257.7M of Albumins (Excluding Egg Albumin) & Other Albumin Derivatives and exported $1.2B.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.