Pea Protein Isolate from Japan
Pea protein isolate is isolated from yellow peas via wet fractionation, resulting in a minimum 85-90% protein powder free of starch and fiber. It is categorized under HTS 3504.00.10.00 as a nesoi protein isolate, popular in plant-based vegan supplements and meat analogs due to its complete amino acid profile. The high purification level qualifies it distinctly from pea protein concentrates.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit third-party lab tests confirming >85% protein to differentiate from concentrates under other headings
• Check for pesticide residues common in legume imports; provide phytosanitary certificates
• Avoid retail packaging that might trigger consumer product rules under Chapters 21 or 39