Vegemite Yeast Extract Paste
Vegemite is an Australian yeast extract paste produced from brewer's yeast, known for its strong umami flavor and use as a spread or ingredient. Classified under HTS 2103.90.40.00 for its nonalcoholic yeast extract base, excluding it from sauces as it's a concentrated extract. Ideal for importers of savory spreads without diluting sauce elements.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing mixed condiments subject to quantitative limits
Blends with other seasonings may hit the mixed condiments quota under 2103.90.74, excluding pure extracts
If put up as compound spreads for retail
Retail compound food spreads with yeast extract base classify under specific 2106 provisions
If primarily peptones or protein derivatives from yeast
High-protein yeast derivatives shift to peptones and protein substances in Chapter 35
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm no alcohol content via certificate of analysis to stay in this subheading; watch for quota restrictions if resembling mixed seasonings
• Register with FDA for food facility and ensure allergen labeling for yeast-derived products
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Marmite Yeast Extract Spread
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Cenovis Yeast Extract Spread
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Brewer's Yeast Extract Powder
Powdered extract derived from brewer's yeast, used as a flavor enhancer in industrial food production with high umami content. Falls under HTS 2103.90.40.00 for nonalcoholic yeast extract preparations, excluding sauces as it's a bulk ingredient powder. Not for retail as infant food.
Autolyzed Yeast Extract
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.
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Nutritional Yeast Extract Flakes
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