Black Cumin Seeds (Nigella sativa) from Canada
Whole black cumin seeds from Nigella sativa, neither crushed nor ground, often called kalonji in South Asian cuisine. HTS 0909.31.00.00 covers cumin seeds broadly, including botanical variants like Nigella used similarly as whole spice seeds.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
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
• Provide scientific name documentation to distinguish Nigella sativa from Cuminum cyminum
• Inspect for purity; admixtures can lead to reclassification or rejection
• Comply with FDA prior notice for spice imports to prevent delays