Vegemite Yeast Extract Paste from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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
• 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