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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2309.90Lower: 11.4% vs 17.5%

If when blended into complete animal feeds

Mixed animal feeds containing vegetable residues including yeasts fall under Chapter 23 preparations.

3002.90.10.00Lower: Free vs 17.5%

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