2103.90.40.00/Marmite Yeast Extract Spread/Japan

Marmite Yeast Extract Spread from Japan

Marmite is a thick, dark brown spread made from concentrated yeast extract obtained from brewer's yeast, typically spread on toast or used in cooking. It falls under HTS 2103.90.40.00 as a nonalcoholic preparation of yeast extract, distinct from sauces due to its concentrated paste form without being a ready-to-use sauce. This classification applies to pure yeast extract products not mixed into condiments or seasonings.

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%

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Import Tips

• Verify the product is purely yeast extract without alcohol or sauce characteristics to avoid reclassification; provide lab analysis confirming composition if requested by customs

• Ensure labeling distinguishes it from food preparations in Chapter 21 headings like 2106

• Label net weight and origin clearly to comply with FDA import requirements