Retail Ground Ginger Jar
Consumer-packaged 2 oz glass jar of ground ginger for home use. The product itself is crushed or ground ginger, classified under tariff item 0910.12.00; the retail packaging does not alter the spice's classification, provided the ginger is the essential character.
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 the jar contains whole or sliced ginger instead of ground.
Only crushed or ground ginger falls under 0910.12; other forms are under 0910.11.
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
• Declare the value of the ginger separately from the jar if the container is significant, as the spice's value determines duty
• Ensure the product label complies with Canadian food labelling regulations
• Check if the jar is considered packaging that affects the classification of the set
Related Products under Tariff item 0910.12.00
Bulk Ground Ginger for Processing
Bulk ground ginger powder intended for further food manufacturing. It is the crushed or ground form of ginger (Zingiber officinale), which is specifically classified under tariff item 0910.12.00, regardless of its industrial end-use, as long as it remains pure ground spice.
Ground Ginger Powder
Fine powder made from dried and crushed ginger rhizomes, used as a spice in cooking and baking. This is the classic crushed or ground form of ginger, directly falling under tariff item 0910.12.00, and is distinct from fresh or whole ginger.
Organic Ground Ginger
Certified organic powder made from ground ginger roots, free of synthetic pesticides, used in health foods and teas. As a crushed or ground form of ginger, it falls under tariff item 0910.12.00; organic certification does not change the tariff classification.