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YM Agar for Yeast and Mold from Japan

Yeast Malt (YM) agar with peptone, dextrose, malt extract, and agar for enumerating yeasts and molds in dairy and beverages. HTS 3821.00.00 as prepared microbial culture media.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Certify compliance with FDA BAM methods for food testing media

Specify 'not for direct food contact' to avoid food additive rules

Package in moisture-proof containers for humidity-sensitive agar