Heading 2102
HTS code 2102 — Yeasts (active or inactive); other single-cell microorganisms, dead (but not including vaccines of heading 3002); prepared baking powders
- Tariff lines
- 5
- General duty
- General duty rates from 3.2% to 6.4%, with 2 duty-free lines
Tariff lines under heading 2102
Full 10-digit codes with their general (MFN) duty rates. The correct line depends on the product's material, construction, and use.
| HTS code | Description | General rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2102.10.0000 | Active yeasts (Yeasts (active or inactive); other single-cell microorganisms, dead (but not including vaccines of heading 3002); prepared baking powders) | 6.4% | kg |
| 2102.20.2000 | Yeasts (except dried brewers' yeast) (Yeasts (active or inactive); other single-cell microorganisms, dead (but not including vaccines of heading 3002); prepared baking powders > Inactive yeasts; other single-cell microorganisms, dead) | 6.4% | kg |
| 2102.20.4000 | Dried brewers' yeast, crude (Yeasts (active or inactive); other single-cell microorganisms, dead (but not including vaccines of heading 3002); prepared baking powders > Inactive yeasts; other single-cell microorganisms, dead) | Free | kg |
| 2102.20.6000 | Other (Yeasts (active or inactive); other single-cell microorganisms, dead (but not including vaccines of heading 3002); prepared baking powders > Inactive yeasts; other single-cell microorganisms, dead) | 3.2% | kg |
| 2102.30.0000 | Prepared baking powders (Yeasts (active or inactive); other single-cell microorganisms, dead (but not including vaccines of heading 3002); prepared baking powders) | Free | kg |
Documents required to import under 2102
Customs paperwork typically required to import these goods into the United States. Conditional items depend on shipment value, transport mode, or origin.
- Commercial InvoiceRequired
- Packing ListRequired
- Bill of Lading / Airway BillRequired
- CBP Entry Summary (7501)Required
Prepared and filed by your customs broker
- CBP Entry / Release (3461)Required
Prepared and filed by your customs broker
- Customs Bond (CBP 301)Conditional
Required for formal entries — generally shipments valued over $2,500
Single-entry or continuous bond, obtained through your broker or a surety
- Importer Security Filing (ISF "10+2")Conditional
Required for ocean freight only
Filed electronically at least 24 hours before loading at the foreign port
- Importer ID Input Record (CBP 5106)Conditional
Required to establish or update your importer-of-record number with CBP
One-time setup for a new importer; not filed per shipment
- Entry Manifest (CBP 7533)Conditional
Alternative to the 3461 for informal, low-value, or contiguous-country entries
- FDA Prior NoticeRequired
Must be submitted 2-8 hours before arrival
- Phytosanitary CertificateConditional
Required for plant-based products
Common questions
- What is HTS code 2102?
- HTS heading 2102 covers yeasts (active or inactive); other single-cell microorganisms, dead (but not including vaccines of heading 3002); prepared baking powders. It sits in Chapter 21 (miscellaneous food preparations) of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule and contains 5 tariff lines.
- What is the duty rate for HTS 2102?
- General duty rates from 3.2% to 6.4%, with 2 duty-free lines. The general rate applies to most-favoured-nation trading partners; goods from countries with a free trade agreement may qualify for a reduced or duty-free special rate.
- How many digits does a full HTS code have?
- US import entries require the full 10-digit HTS code. Heading 2102 is the first four digits — the remaining six narrow it down to the specific product, which is what determines the duty rate you actually pay.
Related headings in Chapter 21
- 2101Extracts, essences and concentrates, of coffee, tea or maté and preparations with a basis of these products or with a basis of coffee, tea or maté; roasted chicory and other roasted coffee substitutes, and extracts, essences and concentrates thereof
- 2103Sauces and preparations therefore; mixed condiments and mixed seasonings; mustard flour and meal and prepared mustard
- 2104Soups and broths and preparations therefor; homogenized composite food preparations
- 2105Ice cream and other edible ice, whether or not containing cocoa
- 2106Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included