Other
Pepper of the genus Piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus Capsicum (peppers) or of the genus Pimenta (e.g., allspice): > Fruits of the genus Capsicum or of the genus Pimenta: > Dried, neither crushed nor ground: > Of the genusCapsicum(including cayenne pepper, paprika and red pepper): > Other > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 0904.21.60.90
Ancho Chile Powder
Ancho chile powder is made from dried poblano peppers of the genus Capsicum, ground into a fine powder used in Mexican cuisine for sauces and moles. It falls under HTS 0904.21.60.90 as dried fruits of Capsicum that are crushed or ground, distinct from whole dried peppers. This classification applies to pure spice forms without additives.
Cayenne Pepper Powder
Cayenne pepper powder is finely ground dried cayenne peppers (Capsicum annuum) known for their intense heat in hot sauces and rubs. Classified under HTS 0904.21.60.90 for other ground fruits of the genus Capsicum, excluding common varieties like paprika. It's a pure spice without further processing.
Guajillo Chile Powder
Guajillo chile powder comes from grinding dried guajillo peppers (Capsicum sorbanaceum), prized for mild heat and berry notes in authentic Mexican dishes. HTS 0904.21.60.90 covers this as other ground Capsicum fruits beyond standard cayenne or paprika. Pure form ensures spice chapter classification.
Chipotle Chile Powder
Chipotle chile powder is ground from smoked and dried jalapeño peppers (Capsicum annuum var. annuum), offering smoky flavor for barbecue and moles. It qualifies for HTS 0904.21.60.90 as other crushed/ground Capsicum fruits, post-drying process. Smoking doesn't alter the dried spice classification.
Pasilla Chile Powder
Pasilla chile powder derives from dried chilaca peppers (Capsicum annuum), ground for rich, raisin-like flavor in traditional salsas. Under HTS 0904.21.60.90 for other ground genus Capsicum, as a specialty beyond cayenne/paprika. Ensures proper spice import duties.
Bird's Eye Chili Powder
Bird's eye chili powder is intensely hot ground dried Capsicum frutescens peppers, popular in Thai and African cuisines. HTS 0904.21.60.90 captures this as other ground Capsicum fruits. High capsaicin content defines its spice use.
Habanero Pepper Powder
Habanero pepper powder from ground dried habanero Capsicum chinense offers fruity heat for salsas and hot sauces. Fits HTS 0904.21.60.90 as other crushed/ground Capsicum, specialty variety. Pure spice form key to chapter placement.
Mulato Chile Powder
Mulato chile powder is ground from ripened, dried poblano peppers with chocolate notes for complex moles. HTS 0904.21.60.90 for other ground Capsicum fruits applies to this Mexican heirloom variety. Drying process defines spice status.
De Arbol Chile Powder
De arbol chile powder from tiny dried Capsicum annuum peppers provides sharp heat for oils and table spice. Under HTS 0904.21.60.90 as other ground Capsicum, small size fits 'other'. Staple in Latin American cooking.