Unprocessed Brewers Yeast Granules from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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