Neither crushed nor ground
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Duty Rate (from China)
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)
Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 0908.31.00.00
Whole Green Cardamom Pods
Whole green cardamom pods (Elettaria cardamomum) are small, aromatic seed pods harvested from the cardamom plant and dried without crushing or grinding. They fall under HTS 0908.31.00.00 as unprocessed cardamoms in their natural pod form, used primarily for culinary flavoring in dishes, teas, and spice blends. This classification applies to intact pods neither crushed nor ground.
Dried Black Cardamom Pods
Dried black cardamom pods (Amomum subulatum) are larger, smoky-flavored pods neither crushed nor ground, commonly used in savory Indian and Asian cuisines. Classified under HTS 0908.31.00.00 as whole cardamoms in unprocessed form. They maintain their pod integrity for grinding at destination.
Premium Sri Lankan Green Cardamom
High-quality whole green cardamom pods from Sri Lanka, neither crushed nor ground, featuring superior aroma for export markets. HTS 0908.31.00.00 covers these intact spice pods used in premium culinary applications. Origin certification often accompanies shipments.
Organic Whole Cardamom Pods
Certified organic whole cardamom pods, neither crushed nor ground, grown without synthetic pesticides. Falls under HTS 0908.31.00.00 for unprocessed cardamoms; organic status noted statistically per General Note 6. Ideal for health-conscious spice blends.
Guatemalan Large Green Cardamom
Extra-large whole green cardamom pods from Guatemala, uncrushed and unground, prized for bold flavor in Latin American cooking. HTS 0908.31.00.00 applies to these premium whole spice imports. Pods retain natural oils for freshness.
Indian Black Cardamom Amomum
Whole Indian black cardamom (Amomum tsao-ko variety), neither crushed nor ground, with earthy notes for curries. Classified HTS 0908.31.00.00 as cardamoms in whole form. Popular in bulk spice trade.
Malabar Green Cardamom Pods
Malabar variety whole green cardamom pods from India's Malabar coast, uncrushed/unground for optimal flavor retention. HTS 0908.31.00.00 for neither crushed nor ground cardamoms. Used in garam masala blends.
Nepalese Black Cardamom
Robust whole black cardamom pods from Nepal's hills, neither crushed nor ground, known for intense smoky profile. Under HTS 0908.31.00.00 as whole cardamoms. Essential in Himalayan cuisine.
Extra Bold Green Cardamom
Extra bold (EB) grade whole green cardamom pods, largest size, neither crushed nor ground. HTS 0908.31.00.00 covers these premium unprocessed imports. High oil content for export quality.
Cambodian Cardamom Pods
Rare Cambodian whole cardamom pods (Amomum spp.), uncrushed/unground, with unique citrus notes. Classified HTS 0908.31.00.00 for whole cardamoms. Niche market import.