Deactivated Yeast Extract Powder from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Differentiate from yeast extracts in 2106.90 by providing proof of intact dead cells vs. extracted components
• Monitor glutamate content declarations to avoid MSG regulatory issues
• Use tamper-evident packaging for bulk food ingredient imports