Paprika Powder
Ground dried Capsicum annuum peppers producing a vibrant red powder for seasoning and coloring. Falls under HTS 0904.21.60 as 'other' dried Capsicum fruits, encompassing paprika explicitly named in the heading. Must be pure, without prohibited impurities.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If whole dried fruits, not ground
Unground, intact Capsicum peppers use neither crushed nor ground subheadings.
If extracted for synthetic organic coloring
Paprika oleoresin or color extracts move to Chapter 32 for coloring matter.
If specifically cayenne or red pepper, not 'other'
Statistical breaks exist for cayenne/red within the same dried Capsicum category.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include aflatoxin test results as Capsicum products are prone to contamination checks at entry
• Use statistical note references for organic certification if claiming General Statistical Note 6 benefits
• Avoid bulk packaging over 2.3kg if containers are dutiable separately; check origin for duty-free wrappers
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