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Saccharomyces cerevisiae Active Dry Yeast

Active dry yeast derived from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, commonly used for bread baking and fermentation processes. It falls under HTS 2102.10.00.00 as active yeast capable of fermentation when rehydrated. This product is sold in granular form for both home and commercial baking.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.4%+17.5%23.9%
🇲🇽Mexico6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇨🇦Canada6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇩🇪Germany6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇯🇵Japan6.4%+10.0%16.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

2102.20Lower: 13.2% vs 23.9%

If inactivated by heat or chemicals

Inactive yeasts are classified separately under 2102.20 as they lack fermentation capability

3002.90.10.00Lower: Free vs 23.9%

If prepared as vaccine or for medicinal inoculation

Yeasts used in vaccines fall under Chapter 30, excluding those in 2102 note

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify viability through lab testing upon import to confirm active status; ensure packaging prevents moisture exposure to maintain cell activity

Provide certificates of analysis showing live cell count to avoid reclassification as dead yeast

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