Cenovis Yeast Extract Spread from Germany
Cenovis is a Swiss yeast extract spread rich in B vitamins, made from concentrated brewer's yeast extract for use on bread or in soups. It qualifies for HTS 2103.90.40.00 as a nonalcoholic yeast extract preparation, not a sauce due to its extract purity and paste consistency. Commonly imported for health food markets.
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 detailed ingredient breakdown to prove yeast extract purity >90%; avoid misdeclaration as sauce which changes duty
• Comply with nutritional labeling for vitamin claims under FDA rules