Debaryomyces Inactive Yeast Biomass

Inactive Debaryomyces hansenii yeast biomass used in fermented food flavorings like cheese rinds. Falls under HTS 2102.20.20.00 for other inactive yeasts and dead single-cell microorganisms.

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.

0712.90Lower: 18.3% vs 23.9%

If dried vegetable-derived inactive microorganisms

Certain dried yeasts from plant sources classify as vegetable products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include strain-specific documentation for novel food approval in some markets

Ensure biomass is fully inactivated to avoid biotech import restrictions

Package in nitrogen-flushed bags for oxidative stability

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