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U.S. imports of soy sauce (SITC 09841) totaled $9.3M in April 2026, traded with 31 countries.
Importers of Soy Sauce paid $1.8M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 21% on $8.7M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Soy Sauce imports of $9.3M in April 2026 ran 11% above the year-to-date monthly average of $8.4M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataFermented soy sauce — produced through the enzymatic breakdown of soybeans and wheat by Aspergillus mold cultures, followed by brine fermentation — is one of the most widely traded condiments in global commerce, with East and Southeast Asian origins dominating US import flows. FDA regulates soy sauce as a food product subject to prior notice, facility registration, and labeling requirements including allergen declarations for both soy and wheat. Importers should be aware that certain soy sauce shipments from specific origins have been subject to Section 301 tariff measures, making country-of-origin documentation a critical compliance element. Sodium content, fermentation method (brewed vs. chemically hydrolyzed), and the presence of additives such as caramel color affect both classification and label compliance.
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Both brewed and acid-hydrolyzed (HVP-based) soy sauces generally fall within the soy sauce heading, but their ingredient declarations and FDA labeling requirements differ significantly. Chemically hydrolyzed products must disclose the hydrolysis process and may have different allergen profiles. Importers should confirm the production method with the supplier to ensure accurate labeling and classification.
Because certain soy sauce origins are subject to Section 301 tariffs, a precise and verifiable certificate of origin — ideally supported by manufacturing records showing where fermentation and processing occurred — is essential. Transshipment through a third country does not change the country of origin for duty purposes, and misrepresentation can result in penalties. Consult a licensed customs broker for current Section 301 applicability by origin. Admissibility is complex; FDA prior notice and facility registration are also required.
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