Sri Lankan Curry Powder

Sri Lankan curry powder roasts coriander, rice, cumin, fennel, and chilies for coconut milk-based seafood curries. Classified under HTS 0910.99.10.00 for curry, distinguishing regional variations. Roasted rice adds unique toasted flavor.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

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

1006.30.90Higher: 35% vs 7.5%

If rice exceeds principal spice weight

Becomes rice preparation if grain-dominant.

0910.99Same rate: 7.5%

If fennel seed mixtures

Fennel-specific subheading applies.

1904.90.01Higher: 31.5% vs 7.5%

If roasted rice as main toasted component

Processed grain products under Chapter 19.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Rice content under 5% keeps it spice; higher may go to grain mixtures

β€’ Leverage GSP for duty-free from Sri Lanka if eligible

β€’ Test for heavy metals common in South Asian spices

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