Whole Mace Blades
Dried aril covering of nutmeg seeds, imported in whole blade form without crushing or grinding. Classified under HTS 0908.21.00.00 as mace neither crushed nor ground, distinct from nutmeg or cardamoms in the same heading.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If actually whole nutmeg kernels
Nutmeg and mace share the same plant but classified separately; misidentification leads to nutmeg heading.
If mixed with other spices in a blend
Mixtures of spices fall under Chapter 91 as mixtures, not pure single spices.
If processed by crushing or grinding
Any crushing or grinding moves product to the 'crushed or ground' subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify product is whole mace blades, not crushed/ground, to avoid reclassification under 0908.22
• Provide certificate of origin and purity documentation; impure spices may face restrictions
• Label containers accurately as immediate wrappings may incur separate duties if over 2.3kg
Related Products under HTS 0908.21.00.00
Organic Whole Mace Spice
Certified organic whole mace blades, neither crushed nor ground, used in premium culinary applications. Falls under HTS 0908.21.00.00 per statistical notes for certified organic spices in this chapter.
Premium Indonesian Whole Mace
High-quality whole mace blades sourced from Indonesia, neither crushed nor ground, prized for essential oil content. HTS 0908.21.00.00 covers this pure spice form explicitly.
Gourmet Whole Mace Aril
Intact mace arils in whole form, neither crushed nor ground, for gourmet spice blending. Precisely matches HTS 0908.21.00.00 as unprocessed mace.
Bulk Whole Mace for Extraction
Whole mace blades in bulk packaging, neither crushed nor ground, primarily for essential oil extraction. HTS 0908.21.00.00 applies regardless of end use as pure spice.