HS Code:
Milk Protein Concentrate (MPC) falls under HS Code 0404.90, which includes whey and other products consisting of natural milk constituents. MPC is a concentrated form of milk proteins obtained by removing a portion of the lactose and minerals from skim milk through ultrafiltration. It is widely used in the food industry for applications such as cheese production, yogurt, nutritional supplements, and protein-enriched beverages due to its high protein content and functional properties.
Total Trade Volume
1.2 million metric tons
Data from 2022
Source
International Trade Centre (ITC) Trade Map and UN Comtrade Database
350,000 metric tons
29% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
280,000 metric tons
23% of total trade of total trade
Stable
250,000 metric tons
21% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
150,000 metric tons
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Stable
80,000 metric tons
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Decreasing
Average Rate
5-10% ad valorem
Highest Rate
35% (in certain Asian markets with dairy protection policies)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as USMCA and EU-NZ FTA)
Growing demand for high-protein products
Increased consumption of MPC in sports nutrition and functional foods, driving export growth from major producers like the US and New Zealand.
2021-2023
Shift towards plant-based alternatives
Moderate competition for MPC as plant-based proteins gain popularity, though MPC retains a strong position in processed dairy applications.
2020-2022
Sustainability concerns in dairy production
Pressure on producers to adopt sustainable practices, affecting production costs and trade dynamics in environmentally conscious markets like the EU.
2022-2023
The EU-NZ FTA, signed in mid-2023, includes provisions for reduced tariffs and increased market access for dairy products, including MPC.
July 2023
Expected to boost New Zealand's MPC exports to the EU by 15-20% over the next five years.
The US Dairy Export Council launched programs to promote MPC in Southeast Asian markets, targeting growing demand for protein-enriched foods.
March 2023
Likely to increase US market share in countries like Indonesia and Vietnam, with a projected growth of 10% in exports.
Economic instability and export taxes in Argentina have reduced the competitiveness of its MPC exports, leading to a decline in trade volume.
September 2022
Loss of market share in South American and Asian markets, benefiting competitors like the US and New Zealand.