Crushed or 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 0909.32.00.00
Ground Cumin Powder
Finely ground cumin seeds (Cuminum cyminum) used as a spice in culinary applications worldwide. This product falls under HTS 0909.32.00.00 because it consists of crushed or ground cumin seeds, distinguishing it from whole seeds classified under 0909.31. Classified here as a spice product derived directly from cumin seeds without further processing.
Organic Ground Cumin
Certified organic ground cumin powder from pesticide-free cumin seeds, popular in health-conscious cooking. Classified under HTS 0909.32.00.00 as crushed or ground cumin seeds meeting organic standards per General Statistical Note 6. The grinding process qualifies it specifically as 'crushed or ground' rather than whole.
Toasted Ground Cumin
Lightly toasted and then ground cumin seeds offering enhanced nutty flavor for Middle Eastern and Indian dishes. Falls under HTS 0909.32.00.00 as the toasting does not constitute further manufacture beyond crushing/ground state for tariff purposes. Remains classified as ground cumin seeds.
Fine Milled Cumin Powder
Ultra-fine milled ground cumin for smooth texture in spice rubs and sauces. HTS 0909.32.00.00 applies to all degrees of crushing/ground cumin seeds regardless of particle size fineness. Distinguished from coarse grinds or whole seeds.
Cumin Seed Flour
Cumin seeds ground to flour consistency for gluten-free baking and thickening. Classified under HTS 0909.32.00.00 as it remains ground cumin seeds, not cereal flour or mixed product. Particle size determines 'flour' marketing but not tariff heading.
Bulk Ground Cumin for Manufacturing
Industrial quantities of ground cumin seeds supplied to food manufacturers for sausage casings and curry pastes. HTS 0909.32.00.00 covers all ground cumin regardless of packaging or end-use intent. Bulk form doesn't change basic seed classification.
Gourmet Ground Cumin
Premium single-origin ground cumin from specific growing regions like Iran or India, packaged for retail. Falls under HTS 0909.32.00.00 as crushed/ground cumin seeds irrespective of origin or gourmet labeling. Packaging doesn't affect seed classification.
Smoked Ground Cumin
Ground cumin seeds smoked over wood for barbecue flavor profiles. HTS 0909.32.00.00 applies as basic ground cumin seeds; smoking constitutes aroma imparting not changing essential character. Remains spice seed product.
Cumin Powder Spice Blend Base
High-purity ground cumin serving as base for custom spice blends in commercial kitchens. Strictly HTS 0909.32.00.00 as pure crushed cumin seeds without mixture additives. Purity level prevents mixture classification.
Irradiated Ground Cumin
Ground cumin seeds treated with irradiation for microbial reduction, common in spice imports. HTS 0909.32.00.00 unchanged by irradiation treatment which is preservation method not affecting essential character. Labeling requirements apply separately.