Coarse Ground Black Pepper
Coarsely crushed black pepper from Piper nigrum, ideal for table grinders and rustic cooking. HTS 0904.12.00.00 covers all crushed or ground forms of Piper genus pepper. Excludes cubeb pepper prohibited by chapter notes.
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 lightly cracked but not fully ground
Peppercorns that are cracked/crushed but retain significant whole form may classify as unground.
If dried but not specifically Piper pepper
Dried leguminous vegetables or general dried veggies could apply if not clearly spice-grade Piper.
If flavored or essential oil extracted
Pepper with added flavors or seeds shifts to Chapter 9 provisions for flavored spices.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify grind size (coarse) in documentation to match HTS description of 'crushed or ground' accurately
• Ensure packaging complies with FDA spice import rules, including lot traceability to prevent common adulteration issues
• Avoid misclassification by confirming no Capsicum mixing, as those have separate subheadings
Related Products under HTS 0904.12.00.00
Ground Black Pepper
Finely ground black pepper derived from Piper nigrum berries, used as a staple spice in kitchens worldwide. It falls under HTS 0904.12.00.00 as crushed or ground pepper of the genus Piper. This classification applies to retail and bulk forms excluding prohibited pepper shells.
Organic Ground White Pepper
Ground white pepper from Piper nigrum with outer hull removed, certified organic for premium culinary use. Classified under HTS 0904.12.00.00 for crushed or ground Piper pepper. Organic status requires compliance with General Statistical Note 6 standards.
Fine Ground Tellicherry Black Pepper
Premium fine-ground Tellicherry black pepper from select Piper nigrum varieties from India. Falls under HTS 0904.12.00.00 as ground pepper of the genus Piper. Known for bold flavor in gourmet applications.
Ground Green Peppercorns
Ground immature green peppercorns from Piper nigrum, preserved by drying for fresh pepper flavor. Classified in HTS 0904.12.00.00 for crushed or ground Piper pepper. Distinct from Capsicum genus products.
Malabar Ground Black Pepper
Robust ground black pepper from Malabar coast Piper nigrum, popular in spice blends. HTS 0904.12.00.00 applies to all ground forms of Piper genus excluding prohibited shells. Ideal for commercial seasoning.
Ground Long Pepper
Ground long pepper (Piper longum) from the Piper genus, used in Ayurvedic and Asian cuisines. Covered by HTS 0904.12.00.00 as crushed or ground Piper pepper. Not to be confused with allspice (Pimenta).