Unprocessed Brewers Yeast Granules
Granular form of crude dried brewers' yeast, minimally processed post-brewing with no extraction of bitter compounds. It qualifies for HTS 2102.20.40.00 as dead brewers' yeast in its raw, unpurified state used primarily in animal nutrition.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If when blended into complete animal feeds
Mixed animal feeds containing vegetable residues including yeasts fall under Chapter 23 preparations.
If prepared as vaccines or antigens from yeast cells
Yeast-based biologicals for medical use are excluded and classified in Chapter 30.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure supplier provides brewing waste origin proof to distinguish from baker's yeast under different codes
• Test for heavy metals and pathogens per FDA import alerts for yeast products entering as feed ingredients
• Use HTSUS advisory rulings in advance for large shipments to confirm crude status avoids higher duties
Related Products under HTS 2102.20.40.00
Crude Dried Brewers Yeast Powder
This is crude dried brewers' yeast produced directly from the beer brewing process, containing high levels of proteins, vitamins, and minerals in an unrefined form. It falls under HTS 2102.20.40.00 as inactive, dead single-cell microorganisms specifically identified as crude brewers' yeast, not further processed or purified for food or feed use.
Bulk Crude Brewers Yeast Flakes
Flaked crude dried brewers' yeast derived straight from fermentation tanks, retaining natural bitterness and impurities typical of the brewing process. Classified under HTS 2102.20.40.00 due to its inactive state and lack of refinement, distinguishing it from food-grade versions.
Crude Brewery Yeast Waste Powder
Powdered waste stream from breweries comprising dried crude brewers' yeast, unwashed and containing adjunct residues. Fits HTS 2102.20.40.00 precisely as the crude form before any cleaning or activation processes.
Raw Dried Beer Yeast Biomass
Biomass consisting of crude dried brewers' yeast harvested from brewery effluents, in powder form with full cellular debris. Under HTS 2102.20.40.00 for its specific identity as crude, inactive brewers' yeast excluding refined extracts.