Whole Caraway Seeds

Intact dried seeds of caraway (Carum carvi), known for earthy flavor in rye breads, sauerkraut, and spirits. Classified in HTS 0909.61.00.00 for caraway seeds neither crushed nor ground.

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.

0909.62.00.00Same rate: 7.5%

If ground into powder for retail spice blends

Ground caraway falls into the crushed/ground category of heading 0909.

0910.99.40.00Higher: 10.9% vs 7.5%

If when included in spice mixtures

Mixed seasonings not rising to heading 09 specifics go to 0910.

1209.99Higher: 10% vs 7.5%

If for seeds intended as forage or agricultural planting

Seeds of herbaceous plants for sowing classify under Chapter 12 as agricultural products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include detailed commercial invoice specifying botanical name and whole condition

Comply with USDA APHIS import permit for certain seed origins

Monitor for adulteration with similar seeds like ajwain to avoid penalties