HS Code:
The category 'Made from goat's milk whey or from whey obtained from a mixture of goat's milk and not more than 20 percent by weight of cow's milk' refers to dairy products derived primarily from goat's milk whey, or a blend where goat's milk constitutes the majority. These products are often used in specialty cheeses, nutritional supplements, and infant formulas due to the unique protein and lactose profiles of goat's milk, which are considered easier to digest for some consumers. This category falls under the broader Harmonized System (HS) classification for dairy products, typically under HS Code 0404.10 (whey and modified whey products). Global trade in this niche category is driven by demand for alternative dairy products, particularly in regions with high lactose intolerance rates or cultural preferences for goat milk products.
Total Trade Volume
USD 150 million
Data from 2022
Source
International Trade Centre (ITC) Trade Map
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local dairy industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-USMCA)
Rising demand for lactose-free and hypoallergenic dairy alternatives
Increased exports from goat milk-producing countries to Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions where lactose intolerance is prevalent
2021-2022
Growing popularity of organic and sustainable dairy products
Boost in trade for certified organic goat whey products, particularly in the EU and North America
2020-2022
Innovation in whey protein concentrates for sports nutrition
Expansion of market opportunities for goat whey in fitness and health supplement industries
2019-2022
The EU and New Zealand signed a free trade agreement that reduces tariffs on dairy products, including goat whey, facilitating increased exports from New Zealand to Europe.
July 2023
Expected to boost New Zealand’s trade volume by 10-15% in this category over the next five years.
China introduced new sanitary and phytosanitary regulations for imported dairy products, requiring additional certifications for goat whey imports.
January 2023
Temporary slowdown in exports to China, with compliance costs increasing for exporters.
Major dairy companies in the Netherlands introduced new lines of goat whey protein concentrates targeting the sports nutrition market.
March 2023
Strengthened the Netherlands' position as a leading exporter in this category.