Mexican Ground Vanilla Powder

Premium ground vanilla powder from Mexican vanilla beans, crushed and dried for use in ice cream and confectionery. This qualifies for HTS 0905.20.00.00 as processed crushed or ground vanilla, separate from whole beans.

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.

3302.10.50Higher: 19.4% vs 7.5%

If containing vanilla oleoresin without alcohol

Pure vanilla resin or oleoresin extracts without alcohol base classify under odoriferous mixtures.

0902.30.00Same rate: 7.5%

If fermented and processed like black tea

Chapter notes exclude vanilla but fermented flavorings resembling tea may shift classification.

0712.90.40Higher: 64.8% vs 7.5%

If dried immature beans

Dried vanilla beans not fully cured may classify as dried vegetables if not meeting spice criteria.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare exact processing method (crushed/ground) on commercial invoice to match HTS description precisely

Check for country-specific exemptions or preferential treatment under trade agreements

Store in airtight containers post-import to preserve volatile flavor oils from degradation