Mixtures referred to in Note 1 (b) to this Chapter
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Duty Rate (from China)
Products classified under Tariff item 0910.91.00
Adobo Seasoning All-Purpose Blend
Adobo Seasoning All-Purpose Blend is a Latin American spice mixture containing garlic powder, oregano, black pepper, cumin, bay leaf, and turmeric. It falls under tariff item 0910.91.00 as a mixture of spices from different headings of Chapter 9, per Note 1(b). The blend retains the essential character of spices, with no added substances altering its classification.
Baharat Arabic Seven Spice Mix
Baharat Arabic Seven Spice Mix is a Gulf region blend of black pepper, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and cardamom. It qualifies under tariff item 0910.91.00 as a mixture of spices from different headings of Chapter 9, per Note 1(b). The mix is a general-purpose spice blend, not a curry or single-spice product.
BBQ Rub Seasoning Blend
BBQ Rub Seasoning Blend is a smoky mix of paprika, garlic, onion, brown sugar, chili powder, and black pepper for grilling meats. It falls under tariff item 0910.91.00 as a spice mixture per Note 1(b), provided the brown sugar content does not alter its essential character as a spice blend. The inclusion of sugar is incidental and does not make it a condiment.
Cajun Seasoning Mix
Cajun Seasoning Mix is a blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and thyme for Louisiana-style dishes. It is classified under tariff item 0910.91.00 as a mixture of spices from different headings of Chapter 9, per Note 1(b). The mix is not curry-specific and retains the essential character of spices.
Chinese Five Spice Powder
Chinese Five Spice Powder is a classic blend of star anise, cloves, Chinese cinnamon, Sichuan pepper, and fennel seeds for Asian cuisine. It falls under tariff item 0910.91.00 as a mixture of spices from different headings of Chapter 9, per Note 1(b). The blend is a traditional spice mix with no added non-spice substances.
Curry Powder Spice Blend
Curry Powder Spice Blend is a ground mixture of coriander, turmeric, cumin, fenugreek, and chili peppers, commonly used in Indian cooking. It falls under tariff item 0910.91.00 as a spice mixture referred to in Note 1(b) to Chapter 9, which covers blends of spices from different headings. The blend retains the essential character of spices and is not a prepared sauce.
Garam Masala Spice Mixture
Garam Masala Spice Mixture is an Indian blend of black pepper, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, cumin, and coriander, available whole or ground. It meets tariff item 0910.91.00 criteria as a multi-spice mixture not curry-specific, per Note 1(b). The blend is used as a finishing spice and retains the essential character of spices.
Herbes de Provence Mix
Herbes de Provence Mix is a French blend of thyme, rosemary, marjoram, oregano, savory, and lavender flowers. It is classified under tariff item 0910.91.00 as an 'other spices' mixture under Chapter Note 1(b). The blend contains spices from different headings and retains the essential character of dried herbs.
Jerk Seasoning Caribbean Spice Rub
Jerk Seasoning Caribbean Spice Rub is a Jamaican blend of allspice, scotch bonnet chili, thyme, ginger, garlic, and pimento. It fits tariff item 0910.91.00 as a tropical spice mixture per Note 1(b). The rub is a dry spice blend with no added liquids, retaining the essential character of spices.
Panch Phoran Bengali Five Spice
Panch Phoran Bengali Five Spice is a whole spice mix of cumin, fennel, fenugreek, mustard, and nigella seeds for tempering. It classifies under tariff item 0910.91.00 as a seed-based spice mixture per Note 1(b). The blend is used whole in cooking and retains the essential character of spices.
Quatre Épices French Four Spice
Quatre Épices French Four Spice is a blend of ground white pepper, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger for charcuterie. It falls under tariff item 0910.91.00 per the general mixtures provision of Note 1(b). The blend is a classic spice mix with no added substances, retaining the essential character of spices.
Ras el Hanout Moroccan Spice Blend
Ras el Hanout Moroccan Spice Blend is a traditional North African mix of up to 30 spices including cumin, ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, and rose petals. It qualifies for tariff item 0910.91.00 as a complex spice mixture under Note 1(b), distinct from single-spice headings. The blend retains the essential character of spices despite the inclusion of rose petals.
Shichimi Togarashi Japanese Seven Spice
Shichimi Togarashi Japanese Seven Spice is a blend of chili, sansho pepper, sesame, hemp, poppy, mandarin peel, and nori. It falls under tariff item 0910.91.00 if spice components predominate over seaweed, per Note 1(b). The blend is used as a table condiment but retains the essential character of spices.
Taco Seasoning Spice Blend
Taco Seasoning Spice Blend is a Mexican-inspired mix of chili powder, cumin, garlic, onion, oregano, and paprika. It falls under tariff item 0910.91.00 for non-curry spice mixtures per Note 1(b). The blend is a dry spice mix with no added liquids, retaining the essential character of spices.
Za'atar Middle Eastern Spice Blend
Za'atar Middle Eastern Spice Blend is a Levantine mix of thyme, sesame seeds, sumac, oregano, and marjoram. It classifies under tariff item 0910.91.00 as other spice mixtures, provided sumac spice content qualifies, per Note 1(b). The blend retains the essential character of spices, with sesame seeds as a minor component.