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Whole Coriander Seeds

Dried whole seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum), harvested and cleaned but neither crushed nor ground. Classified under HTS 0909.21.00.00 as coriander seeds in their natural whole form, used primarily as a spice in culinary applications worldwide.

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.

0909.22.00.00Same rate: 7.5%

If seeds are crushed or ground

Ground coriander seeds are specifically classified under the subheading for crushed or ground coriander.

1211.90Higher: 16% vs 7.5%

If unprocessed or for medicinal extraction

Plants used primarily in perfumery, pharmacy, or for insecticidal purposes fall under Chapter 12 for vegetable products.

0910.99.60.00Higher: 9.4% vs 7.5%

If mixed with other spices during processing

Mixtures of spices containing coriander change classification to Chapter 91 for spice mixtures.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify seed purity and absence of contaminants via lab testing, as US FDA requires spices to meet food safety standards

Provide Certificate of Origin and phytosanitary certificate to confirm compliance with agricultural import rules

Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as ground coriander, which shifts to HTS 0909.22