Bulk Crude Brewers Yeast Flakes
Bulk crude brewers' yeast flakes are dried, inactive yeast cells recovered directly from fermentation tanks after the brewing process. They retain natural bitterness and impurities, making them unfit for human consumption without further processing. As a dead, inactive single-cell microorganism, this product falls under tariff item 2102.20.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the yeast is active or viable
Active yeasts are classified separately under the same heading.
If the product is considered brewing or distilling dregs and waste
Waste products from brewing may be classified as residues rather than prepared yeast.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the yeast is truly inactive and not a live culture, as live yeast would be classified elsewhere
• Provide a certificate of analysis or lab report to CBSA confirming the product is dead and crude
• Verify whether the flakes contain any additives that could shift classification to another heading
Related Products under Tariff item 2102.20.00
Autolyzed Yeast Seasoning
Autolyzed yeast seasoning contains self-digested inactive yeast cells providing natural MSG-like umami for spice blends. As an inactive yeast preparation, it is classified under tariff item 2102.20.00.
Autolyzed Yeast Seasoning for Soups
Autolyzed yeast seasoning is produced from inactive yeast cells that have undergone autolysis, releasing natural glutamates that enhance savory flavors in soups and broths. As a preparation of inactive yeasts, it is classified under tariff item 2102.20.00.
Brewer's Yeast Powder Inactive
Inactive brewer's yeast powder is a byproduct of beer production where yeast cells are killed and processed into a fine powder rich in proteins and minerals. As an inactive yeast, it falls under tariff item 2102.20.00.
Crude Brewery Yeast Waste Powder
Crude brewery yeast waste powder is a dried, unwashed by-product from breweries, containing yeast cells along with adjunct residues like grain husks. It is in a crude state with no cleaning or activation processes applied. As dead, inactive single-cell microorganisms, it is classified under tariff item 2102.20.00.
Crude Dried Brewers Yeast Powder
Crude dried brewers' yeast powder is produced directly from the beer brewing process, containing high levels of proteins, vitamins, and minerals in an unrefined form. The yeast cells are dead and inactive, with no further purification or activation steps. This places it under tariff item 2102.20.00 as inactive yeast.
Deactivated Nutritional Yeast Flakes
Deactivated nutritional yeast flakes are inactive Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast grown on molasses and fortified with B vitamins, providing a cheesy flavor for vegan recipes. As a dead single-cell microorganism, it falls under tariff item 2102.20.00.