Garam Masala Curry Blend from China
Garam masala is a aromatic curry spice mix of roasted spices like black pepper, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, and cumin, essential for North Indian curries. Classified under HTS 0910.99.10.00 for curry preparations, it represents traditional spice combinations used to flavor dishes. Ground form ensures it fits as a processed spice product.
Duty Rate — China → United States
7.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for prohibited impurities like pepper shells to avoid import bans
• Use detailed ingredient breakdowns in commercial invoices to confirm curry classification
• For organic garam masala, reference General Statistical Note 6 for approved certifications