Brewer's Yeast Powder Inactive
Inactive brewer's yeast powder is a byproduct of beer production where yeast cells are killed and processed into a fine powder rich in proteins and minerals. Under HTS 2102.20.60.00, it serves as a dietary supplement and flavor enhancer, not for fermentation.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If compounded as a compound medicinal preparation
If positioned as a therapeutic supplement with health claims, it may fall under medicinal food preparations.
If for use in bran or sharps-based animal feeds
Inactive yeasts intended as additives for livestock feed classify in Chapter 23.
If hydrolyzed into peptones or protein isolates
Enzymatically broken-down yeast proteins become peptones under heading 3504.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include processing records showing heat/pressure treatment that renders yeast inactive
• Test for gluten content if marketed to celiacs, as brewer's yeast processing varies
• Declare protein content accurately; high-protein yeasts may face supplement scrutiny under DSHEA
Related Products under HTS 2102.20.60.00
Inactive Dry Baker's Yeast
Inactive dry baker's yeast, also known as debittered brewer's yeast, is produced by heat-killing active yeast cells and drying them into a powder for use as a food ingredient. It falls under HTS 2102.20.60.00 as inactive yeast used primarily to enhance flavor in baked goods, snacks, and nutritional supplements, distinct from active yeasts for leavening.
Nutritional Yeast Flakes
Nutritional yeast flakes are deactivated Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast grown on molasses, roasted, and flaked for use as a cheesy-flavored vegan seasoning. Classified under HTS 2102.20.60.00 as inactive yeast, it's valued for its B-vitamin content and umami flavor in plant-based diets.
Deactivated Yeast Extract Powder
Deactivated yeast extract powder is made from inactive yeast cells autolyzed to release intracellular glutamates for savory flavoring in soups and snacks. HTS 2102.20.60.00 covers this as dead single-cell microorganisms, separate from purified extracts.
Torula Yeast Inactive Flakes
Inactive Torula yeast (Candida utilis) flakes are grown on wood sugars, deactivated, and used as a meat-like flavoring in vegetarian products. Classified in HTS 2102.20.60.00 as other dead single-cell microorganisms for food use.
Saccharomyces Boulardii Inactive Powder
Inactive Saccharomyces boulardii powder uses heat-killed probiotic yeast cells for immune support supplements. HTS 2102.20.60.00 applies to this dead yeast preparation when not presented as a live probiotic or medicament.
Autolyzed Yeast Seasoning
Autolyzed yeast seasoning contains self-digested inactive yeast cells providing natural MSG-like umami for spice blends. Under HTS 2102.20.60.00 as inactive yeast, it's a staple in clean-label savory applications.