Ground Fennel Seeds
Ground fennel seeds (Foeniculum vulgare) are the crushed form of fennel seeds used as a spice in cooking and baking. This product falls under HTS 0909.62.00.00 because it consists of crushed or ground seeds of fennel, which is explicitly listed in the heading for seeds of anise, badian, caraway, or fennel. It is commonly imported for use in spice blends, teas, and culinary applications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If blended with other spices like in curry powder
Mixtures of spices fall under heading 0910, not pure ground seeds of 0909.
If imported as whole seeds instead of ground
Whole, uncrushed fennel seeds are classified under 0909.61, the uncrushed subheading.
If sold primarily as medicinal plants or extracts
Plants used in pharmacy or perfumery shift to Chapter 12 for medicinal vegetable products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity and absence of contaminants as spices must meet FDA import standards; provide Certificate of Analysis (COA)
• Label packages clearly with botanical name and country of origin to avoid misclassification
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