U.S. imports of active yeasts (HS 210210) totaled $24.6M in April 2026, traded with 28 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataActive yeasts โ including baker's yeast, brewer's yeast in active form, and other live yeast cultures used in fermentation โ are classified under a single 10-digit line (2102100000) and serve as a critical input for the baking, brewing, winemaking, and bioethanol industries. Canada and Mexico are the leading US suppliers, benefiting from proximity and integrated North American food-manufacturing supply chains. FDA regulates imported active yeast as a food ingredient, and shipments from approved establishments must meet microbiological and labeling standards. Importers should verify that live-culture viability is maintained through cold-chain logistics, as degradation can affect both product performance and classification relative to inactive yeast under heading 210220.
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Active yeasts are essential inputs for industrial baking, craft and commercial brewing, winemaking, distilling, and bioethanol production. Consistent supply of viable yeast cultures is operationally critical, making import reliability and cold-chain integrity key concerns for buyers.
Canada and Mexico lead US imports of active yeast, followed by Egypt, Belgium, and the United Kingdom. The North American suppliers benefit from geographic proximity and established food-grade manufacturing infrastructure aligned with US FDA requirements.
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Imports
$24.6M
from 28 countries ยท YTD: $94.5M
Exports
$2.8M
Deficit of $21.8M (net importer)
Trade balance: deficit of $21.8M (net importer)
YTD: $94.5M imported (April 2026)
770 shipments/month
Monthly import values over time
FOOD PREPARATIONS NESOI
HS 210690
SAUCES ETC. MIXED CONDIMENTS AND SEASONINGS NESOI
HS 210390
COFFEE EXTRACTS, ESSENCES ETC. & PREP THEREFROM
HS 210111
SOUPS AND BROTHS AND PREPARATIONS THEREFOR
HS 210410
TOMATO KETCHUP AND OTHER TOMATO SAUCES
HS 210320
ICE CREAM AND OTHER EDIBLE ICE, WITH COCOA OR NOT
HS 210500
Top U.S. entry points for this product, ranked by latest-month import value.