Plant-Based Meat Flavor Enhancer from Japan
Powdered seasoning mimicking meat taste using yeast extracts and plant proteins, for vegan products. Falls under 2106.90.99 as a NESOI food prep, not a basic condiment mix exceeding quota.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
6.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.870%Universal product exemption, description-limited (U.S. note 52(c))
Import Tips
• Monitor US note 3 quota for mixed condiments (689 MT); declare composition accurately
• No animal-derived ingredients to claim vegan; third-party certs aid clearance
• Bulk import avoids 2103.90.74 retail prep issues