Bioethanol Production Active Yeast from Japan
Engineered active yeast for industrial bioethanol fermentation from corn or sugarcane. Classified HTS 2102.10.00.00 but often scrutinized for end-use. High ethanol yield strains for fuel production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Clearly state non-food industrial end-use; EPA fuel additive registrations may apply
• Separate from food chain to avoid dual-use confusion