Sarawak White Peppercorns

Whole white peppercorns from Sarawak, Malaysia, known for their large size, mild pungency, and complex aroma from mature Piper nigrum berries. HTS 0904.11.00.40 applies to this neither crushed nor ground form. Popular in premium pepper mills for table use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0904.22Higher: 10% vs 7.5%

If ground white pepper

Grinding changes the physical state, placing it under crushed or ground white pepper subheading.

0712.90.40Higher: 64.8% vs 7.5%

If dried but not Piper genus

Dried vegetables or mixtures excluding Chapter 9 spices go to Chapter 7.

0904.11.00Same rate: 7.5%

If statistical breakouts by type

Specific statistical suffixes may apply based on variety or origin within the white pepper category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Label with botanical name (Piper nigrum) and processing details to support classification as white pepper

• Avoid declaring as 'pepper' generically; specify white to prevent reclassification to black pepper rates

• Check for Capsicum contamination, as genus mix could shift to other pepper provisions

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Cambodian White Pepper Whole Berries

Whole white pepper berries from Kampot region of Cambodia, prized for fruity notes and PDO status from mature Piper nigrum. HTS 0904.11.00.40 covers these dried, skin-off berries neither crushed nor ground. Essential for fusion cuisines.

Madagascar White Peppercorns

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Bulk White Piper Peppercorns

Industrial bulk packs of whole white peppercorns from Piper nigrum for food manufacturing, dried and cleaned. HTS 0904.11.00.40 for neither crushed nor ground form. Used in seasoning mixes and processed foods.