Nutritional Yeast Flakes from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide lab tests confirming no live yeast cells to prevent reclassification as active yeast
• Ensure nutritional labeling complies with FDA standards for B-vitamin fortified inactive yeasts
• Avoid packaging claims suggesting leavening ability, which could trigger active yeast scrutiny