Autolyzed Yeast Extract from China
Autolyzed yeast extract where enzymes break down yeast cells for intense savory flavor, used in snacks and soups. HTS 2103.90.40.00 covers this nonalcoholic preparation as it's a pure extract, not formulated as a sauce. Common in food manufacturing.
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
• Include production process description (autolysis method) in docs; ensure no salt >20% to avoid seasoning mix classification
• FDA prior notice required for food additives