Bulk Ground White Pepper
Industrial bulk ground white pepper from Piper nigrum for food manufacturing. HTS 0904.12.00.00 for crushed or ground Piper genus products in large quantities. Excludes impure or shell-contaminated lots.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +7.5% | 7.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If bulk whole white peppercorns
Large quantity whole pepper remains unground classification.
If used as animal feed ingredient
Ground pepper for animal nutrition shifts to prepared animal feeds in Chapter 23.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare net weight accurately for bulk to leverage lower per-unit duties and avoid container issues
• Obtain prior FDA approval for bulk spices, as ground forms heighten contamination risks
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