Umami Yeast Extract Concentrate from China
Umami yeast extract concentrate is a liquid concentrate made from yeast autolysate, used to boost umami flavor in Asian cuisine and industrial food production. It is a highly concentrated preparation, not a finished sauce, and is added to dishes during cooking. This product is classified under tariff item 2103.90.90 as an 'other' preparation, given its concentration and use as a flavoring agent.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
9.5%
Import Tips
• Verify the concentrate is nonalcoholic and not formulated as a ready-to-use sauce to support classification under 2103.90.90
• Provide technical data on the concentration level and glutamic acid content for CBSA review
• Ensure the product is labeled as an industrial flavoring ingredient, not a consumer sauce