Torula Inactive Yeast for Pet Food from Japan
Torula inactive yeast (Candida utilis) is a dead single-cell microorganism used in pet foods for palatability and nutrition. HTS 2102.20.20.00 covers such inactive yeasts in food applications, excluding vaccines or active forms.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Comply with AAFCO guidelines and provide pet food ingredient specs for FDA import alert avoidance
• Label as 'inactive' to differentiate from active probiotics in animal feeds
• Test for moisture content to ensure stability during shipping