Jamaican Ground Allspice

Premium ground allspice sourced from Jamaica's Pimenta dioica trees, crushed for robust flavor in pies and meats. HTS 0904.22.80.00 applies to its ground form from the genus Pimenta. Known for superior oil content enhancing aroma.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

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

0909Higher: 10% vs 7.5%

If seeds rather than fruit

Allspice seeds separate from ground fruit go under Chapter 9 seeds provisions.

0712.90.40Higher: 64.8% vs 7.5%

If dried but not for spice use

Dried vegetables not for seasoning fall under Chapter 7.

0902.30.00Same rate: 7.5%

If flavored like black tea but actually spice

Misidentified spice-tea blends use tea headings, but pure Pimenta stays in 0904.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include country-of-origin documentation proving Jamaican Pimenta to match varietal expectations

Avoid pepper shell contamination, which is prohibited; conduct visual and sieve inspections

Use food-grade packaging to prevent moisture absorption during transit, maintaining quality

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Ground Allspice Powder

Finely ground dried berries from the Pimenta dioica tree, commonly known as allspice, used as a spice in cooking. This falls under HTS 0904.22.80.00 because it is crushed or ground fruit of the genus Pimenta. It provides a warm, clove-like flavor essential for Caribbean jerk seasoning and baked goods.

Organic Ground Pimenta Dioica

Certified organic ground allspice from Pimenta dioica berries, dried and milled for culinary use. Classified under HTS 0904.22.80.00 as crushed or ground fruits of the genus Pimenta. Ideal for health-conscious consumers seeking pesticide-free spices.

Ground Allspice for Commercial Baking

Bulk ground Pimenta dioica for industrial bakery mixes, providing cinnamon-nutmeg notes. Falls under HTS 0904.22.80.00 as crushed genus Pimenta fruit. Packaged for food manufacturers rather than retail.

Fine Mesh Ground Pimenta

Ultra-fine ground allspice (<100 mesh) from Pimenta genus for spice rubs and sausages. Classified in HTS 0904.22.80.00 due to crushing process on Pimenta fruits. Ensures smooth dispersion in recipes.

Ground Allspice Extract Base

Coarsely ground Pimenta dioica as base for essential oil extraction in perfumery and flavoring. HTS 0904.22.80.00 covers ground genus Pimenta fruits regardless of end use. High volatile oil content prized by industry.

Retail Jar Ground Allspice

Consumer-sized glass jar of ground allspice (Pimenta dioica) for home kitchens. Under HTS 0904.22.80.00 as crushed Pimenta fruit; jar dutiable separately if <2.3kg unless from specified countries. Popular for holiday baking.