Torula Yeast Autolysate from China
Torula yeast autolysate is a protein-rich hydrolysate from torula yeast used in flavorings and feeds. Though yeast-derived, its protein derivative nature places it in HTS 3504.00.50 nesoi per chapter exclusions. Primarily industrial flavor enhancer.
Duty Rate — China → United States
24%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Differentiate from inactive yeast via autolysis docs; protein >50% key
• Flavor ingredient GRAS status; avoid medicinal claims