Cenovis Yeast Extract Spread from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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