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
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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