Smoked Ground Cumin from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Declare smoke flavoring source (liquid vs wood) to address FDA natural flavor regulations
• Test for PAH contaminants common in smoked ground spices
• Avoid 'smoked over prohibited woods' that trigger Lacey Act declarations