Fermentation-Produced Chymosin Concentrate from Japan
High-purity liquid concentrate of chymosin produced via genetically engineered yeast fermentation. Classified as rennet concentrate under HTS 3507.10.00.00 when specifically for milk coagulation. Standard in large-scale cheese manufacturing.
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
• Include genetic sequence confirmation and substantial equivalence data for FDA review
• Monitor for anti-GMO labeling requirements in target markets post-import
• Test for residual fermentation byproducts that could affect purity classification