Whole Cumin Seeds from Japan
Dried whole seeds of the cumin plant (Cuminum cyminum), harvested and cleaned but neither crushed nor ground, used as a spice in culinary applications. Classified under HTS 0909.31.00.00 as cumin seeds in their whole form per Chapter 9 provisions for unground spice seeds.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Verify seeds are whole and uncrushed via inspection; crushing disqualifies from this subheading
• Provide botanical certification confirming Cuminum cyminum species to avoid reclassification
• Check for contaminants like pepper shells, which are prohibited imports