Organic Whole Nutmeg from China
Certified organic whole nutmeg neither crushed nor ground, meeting USDA NOP standards for pesticide-free cultivation. HTS 0908.11.00.00 applies to intact organic nutmeg for retail spice markets. Popular in health-focused cooking and natural remedies.
Duty Rate — China → United States
7.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%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)
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Include USDA NOP or equivalent organic certification per General Statistical Note 6 for duty benefits
• Maintain chain-of-custody documentation from farm to port to validate organic status
• Test for prohibited pesticide residues; common pitfall leading to detention