Whole Green Cardamom Pods from China
Whole green cardamom pods (Elettaria cardamomum) neither crushed nor ground, featuring intact seeds within green husks. Classified under HTS 0908.11.00.00 as whole cardamom for culinary and medicinal uses. Essential in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Scandinavian cuisines.
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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify variety (guatemala vs malabar) on invoices for accurate valuation and classification
• Use moisture-proof packaging to preserve green color; discoloration leads to lower grades
• Comply with fumigation requirements if originating from high-pest regions