Ground True Cinnamon Bark Powder
Pure ground true cinnamon bark powder from Cinnamomum verum, milder than cassia, used as a spice. It is crushed or ground and not mixed, so it falls under tariff item 0906.20.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as whole bark pieces.
Whole cinnamon bark is classified under the 'neither crushed nor ground' item.
If blended with other spices in a mixture.
Spice mixtures of different headings are classified under heading 09.10.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the botanical name (Cinnamomum verum) to avoid confusion with cassia during CBSA inspection
• Ensure the product is free of additives or binders beyond 3% to stay in chapter 9
• Prepare a product specification sheet for customs officers if requested
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