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