Dried Garlic Powder
Dried garlic powder is made by dehydrating and finely grinding garlic cloves into a fine powder, commonly used as a seasoning. It is classified under HTS 0712.90.4040 for dried garlic in powder form, not further prepared beyond drying and grinding. This ensures it remains a basic dried vegetable product.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If marketed as a spice or finely ground beyond vegetable powder standards
Chapter notes exclude crushed/ground garlic from Chapter 7, placing it in heading 0910 for spices.
If mixed with salt or other seasonings
Sauced or mixed preparations of garlic are classified as sauces and preparations under 2103.
If blended with other dried vegetables like onions
Mixtures of dried vegetables fall under the 'mixtures' subheading rather than single vegetable garlic.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Test for purity to exclude additives; any blending with herbs shifts to mixtures under 0712.90.9020
• Declare particle size and drying method in documentation to distinguish from spice powders in Chapter 9
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for dried vegetables entering the US food supply chain
Related Products under HTS 0712.90.40.40
Dried Minced Garlic Flakes
Dried minced garlic flakes are produced by slicing, drying, and mincing fresh garlic bulbs, resulting in small irregular pieces suitable for culinary use. They fall under HTS 0712.90.4040 as dried garlic that is broken or in powder form but not further prepared with additives like oil or salt. This classification applies to whole, cut, sliced, broken, or powdered dried garlic unfit for immediate consumption without rehydration.
Dehydrated Garlic Granules
Dehydrated garlic granules consist of dried garlic pieces roughly 1-2mm in size, ideal for rubs and marinades. Under HTS 0712.90.4040, they qualify as dried garlic that is broken or sliced, without further preparation. This form preserves the vegetable's natural state for rehydration in cooking.
Dried Sliced Garlic Chips
Dried sliced garlic chips are thin, uniform slices of dehydrated garlic used for frying or direct seasoning. Classified in HTS 0712.90.4040 as sliced dried garlic, not further prepared, they retain their vegetable character. Ideal for gourmet cooking without immediate edibility.
Air-Dried Garlic Pieces
Air-dried garlic pieces are irregularly broken segments from dehydrated garlic bulbs, used in spice blends. HTS 0712.90.4040 covers this as broken dried garlic, ensuring no further processing occurs. Perfect for bulk import into food manufacturing.