Garam Masala Spice Mixture

Indian whole or ground spice blend of black pepper, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, cumin, and coriander. Meets HTS 0910.91.00.00 criteria as a multi-spice mixture not curry-specific.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China1.9%+7.5%9.4%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico1.9%β€”1.9%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada1.9%β€”1.9%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany1.9%β€”1.9%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan1.9%β€”1.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0908.31.00.00Lower: 7.5% vs 9.4%

If cardamom seed dominant blends

Cardamom mixtures classify under heading 0908.

0910.99.10.00Lower: 7.5% vs 9.4%

If predominantly cumin or coriander

Specific provisions for those base spices.

0909Higher: 10% vs 9.4%

If for versions using only anise seeds

Anise-exclusive mixtures under 0909.41.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Prohibit ground pepper shells per US note; use CO for preferential rates

β€’ Mill certificates help prove purity

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