Madras Curry Powder from China
Madras curry powder is a blend of ground spices including coriander, turmeric, cumin, fenugreek, and chili, commonly used in Indian cooking for its hot and tangy flavor. It falls under HTS 0910.99.10.00 as 'curry,' a specific provision for spice mixtures recognized as curry preparations. This classification applies to pure spice blends without additives like salt or MSG.
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
• Verify the product meets the definition of 'curry' as a spice blend; mixtures with non-spice additives may shift to other headings
• Provide certificates of origin for duty-free entry if from eligible countries like India or Sri Lanka
• Ensure labeling complies with FDA food import rules, including allergen declarations for mustard or celery seeds