Vindaloo Curry Powder from China
Vindaloo curry powder is a fiery blend of chili, garlic, vinegar-infused spices, cumin, and mustard for Portuguese-Indian pork curry. Classified as curry under HTS 0910.99.10.00, it must be pure spice without liquid. Heat level varies from medium to extra hot.
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
• Dry thoroughly to avoid moisture triggering food product reclassification
• Declare Scoville heat units if relevant for quality control inspections
• Source from GMP-certified facilities to pass CBP entry exams