Whole Dried Turmeric Rhizomes
Dried whole fingers or bulbs of Curcuma longa roots, used whole in cooking or for grinding. Directly classified under HTS 0910.30.00.00 as turmeric (curcuma) in its natural dried state.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If used for extraction of essential oils
Dried rhizomes for perfumery or pharmaceutical extraction shift to Chapter 12 plants.
If erroneously declared as a pepper product
Pepper shells are prohibited, but pure turmeric avoids this; misdeclaration risks seizure.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide phytosanitary certificate to confirm treatment against pests like rhizome scale
• Monitor moisture content below 12% to prevent mold issues during customs inspection
• Avoid pepper shells contamination, as their importation is prohibited
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Ground Turmeric Powder
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Organic Ground Turmeric
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Turmeric Powder in Retail Jars
Ground turmeric packed in consumer-ready glass jars under 2.3 kg for household use. Remains under HTS 0910.30.00.00 as the spice itself, with containers dutiable separately if not from duty-free origins.
Bulk Turmeric Powder Sacks
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Certified Organic Whole Turmeric
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