Punjabi Chole Masala Powder from China
Punjabi chole masala powder mixes black salt, pomegranate seeds, coriander, cumin, and chili for chickpea curry. HTS 0910.99.10.00 classifies as curry spice blend for regional dish. Black salt gives signature tang.
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)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Black salt <10% keeps spice status; higher risks salt heading
• Pomegranate seed count for fruit content check
• Regional naming doesn't override composition classification