2102.20.20.00/Torula Inactive Yeast for Pet Food/Japan

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

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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