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Sourdough Starter Active Yeast Culture from Japan

Live yeast and bacteria culture for authentic sourdough bread fermentation. Primarily active yeast component classifies it under HTS 2102.10.00.00. Sold as dehydrated activators for home bakers.

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

• Specify yeast predominance in mixture; provide culture viability data

• Note bacterial components don't override yeast heading