Import duty on protein powder in the UK

HS code

2106.10

UK codes

UK import duty

0% – 12%

UK VAT

20%

Source: UK Global Tariff (HMRC Trade Tariff service) · checked 2026-10-31

Protein concentrates and textured protein substances are 2106.10. Whey-based powders can fall under 0404 instead, depending on whey content.

UK commodity codes under 2106.10

UK commodity code	Description	Import duty	VAT
2106 10 20	Containing no milkfats, sucrose, isoglucose, glucose or starch or containing, by weight, less than 1,5 % milkfat, 5 % sucrose or isoglucose, 5 % glucose or starch 3 full 10-digit codes 2106 10 20 20 — Containing no milkfats, sucrose, isoglucose, glucose or starch or containing, by weight, less than 1,5 % milkfat, 5 % sucrose or isoglucose, 5 % glucose or starch › Soya protein concentrate having a protein content by weight, calculated on a dry weight basis, of 65 % or more but not more than 90 % in powder or textured form 2106 10 20 40 — Containing no milkfats, sucrose, isoglucose, glucose or starch or containing, by weight, less than 1,5 % milkfat, 5 % sucrose or isoglucose, 5 % glucose or starch › High protein content pea protein, which contains more than 65 percent protein on a dry weight basis, encompassing all types of pea protein derived from peas (including, but not limited to, yellow field peas and green field peas), in all physical forms (including solid (e.g. powder) and liquid (solution) forms), whether textured or not 2106 10 20 90 — Containing no milkfats, sucrose, isoglucose, glucose or starch or containing, by weight, less than 1,5 % milkfat, 5 % sucrose or isoglucose, 5 % glucose or starch › Other	12%	20%or 0% (VAT zero rate)
2106 10 80	Other 6 full 10-digit codes 2106 10 80 31 — Other › Containing more than 1% milk fats, 1% other fats or more than 5% sugars › Containing less than 65 % by net weight of added cane or beet sugar of subheading 1701 91 to 1701 99 › High protein content pea protein, which contains more than 65 percent protein on a dry weight basis, encompassing all types of pea protein derived from peas (including, but not limited to, yellow field peas and green field peas), in all physical forms (including solid (e.g. powder) and liquid (solution) forms), whether textured or not 2106 10 80 35 — Other › Containing more than 1% milk fats, 1% other fats or more than 5% sugars › Containing less than 65 % by net weight of added cane or beet sugar of subheading 1701 91 to 1701 99 › Other 2106 10 80 39 — Other › Containing more than 1% milk fats, 1% other fats or more than 5% sugars › Other › High protein content pea protein, which contains more than 65 percent protein on a dry weight basis, encompassing all types of pea protein derived from peas (including, but not limited to, yellow field peas and green field peas), in all physical forms (including solid (e.g. powder) and liquid (solution) forms), whether textured or not 2106 10 80 40 — Other › Containing more than 1% milk fats, 1% other fats or more than 5% sugars › Other › Other 2106 10 80 71 — Other › Other › High protein content pea protein, which contains more than 65 percent protein on a dry weight basis, encompassing all types of pea protein derived from peas (including, but not limited to, yellow field peas and green field peas), in all physical forms (including solid (e.g. powder) and liquid (solution) forms), whether textured or not 2106 10 80 79 — Other › Other › Other	0%	20%or 0% (VAT zero rate)

Import duty on protein powder by country

Import into the US

6.4%

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Import into the UK

0% – 12%

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Import into the EU

Varies by line

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How UK import charges work

The duty shown is the standard rate for goods from countries without a trade deal. Goods from a country with a UK trade agreement may pay less, or nothing, if they meet the rules of origin. A few products from certain countries also pay anti-dumping duties. The UK charges import VAT on the customs value plus shipping, insurance and duty.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the UK commodity code for protein powder?

It depends on the product’s details: 2 UK codes sit under HS 2106.10. The table on this page lists each one with its duty.

Q2What is the import duty on protein powder in the UK?

Between 0% – 12%, depending on the exact code. Goods from countries with a trade agreement may pay less if they meet the rules of origin.

Q3Do I pay VAT on imported protein powder?

Yes. Import VAT of 20% applies on top of duty. The UK charges import VAT on the customs value plus shipping, insurance and duty.

Q4Is the UK code the same as the US HTS code?

Only the first 6 digits (2106.10) are the same. The US adds its own digits and rates: see the US HTS code for protein powder.

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