Moroccan Saffron Filaments
Vibrant red saffron filaments from Morocco, prized for their robust flavor in tagine dishes. Classified under HTS 0910.20.00.00 as it is unmixed saffron spice.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | Free | +7.5% | 7.5% |
| π²π½Mexico | Free | β | Free |
| π¨π¦Canada | Free | β | Free |
| π©πͺGermany | Free | β | Free |
| π―π΅Japan | Free | β | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If ground into powder form rather than whole threads
While 0910 covers saffron specifically, some ground interpretations may align with 0909 for ground seeds/spices, though saffron typically exempt.
If dried but still considered a vegetable product pre-spice processing
Minimally processed crocus parts might classify under Chapter 7 dried vegetables before full spice extraction.
If infused into non-alcoholic spice extracts or waters
Saffron extracts as waters or distillates move to Chapter 22 for non-alcohol waters of spice origin.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Obtain supplier affidavits confirming no adulteration with turmeric or dyes, aligning with US impurity prohibitions
β’ Declare exact net weight; packages under 2.3 kg may dutiable containers separately unless from free-duty territories
β’ Use FDA prior notice for spice imports to preempt holds at ports
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Iranian Saffron Threads
Premium saffron threads harvested from Crocus sativus flowers in Iran, known for their intense aroma and vibrant red color. This pure spice is classified under HTS 0910.20.00.00 as it directly matches the tariff heading for saffron, excluding cubeb pepper or other products of heading 1211.
Spanish La Mancha Saffron
High-quality saffron stigmas from the La Mancha region in Spain, graded as Coupe or Superior for culinary use. Falls under HTS 0910.20.00.00 as pure saffron spice per chapter provisions.
Kashmiri Mongra Saffron
Luxurious Mongra grade saffron from Kashmir, featuring the longest threads with exceptional crocin content. HTS 0910.20.00.00 applies to this pure saffron per chapter notes.
Organic Greek Saffron
Certified organic saffron stigmas from Kozani, Greece, free from pesticides and synthetic inputs. Qualifies under HTS 0910.20.00.00 as pure saffron spice, with organic status per General Statistical Note 6.
Azerbaijani Premium Saffron
Premium whole saffron threads from Azerbaijan, valued for their floral notes in pilaf recipes. Directly classified as saffron under HTS 0910.20.00.00.