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Bioethanol Production Active Yeast

Engineered active yeast for industrial bioethanol fermentation from corn or sugarcane, with high ethanol yield strains. Used primarily for fuel production rather than food.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2102.20.00Same rate: Free

If the yeast is inactive or dead

Inactive yeasts are classified separately.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare the end-use as industrial fermentation to avoid misclassification

• Check if the product requires any permits from Canadian food or fuel agencies

• Maintain records of strain specifications for CBSA verification