HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0904.22 – Spices; fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, crushed or ground
HS code 0904.22 is the 6-digit subheading for spices, fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, crushed or ground. It is used for chili Powder, paprika Powder, crushed Red Pepper Flakes, ground Allspice and cayenne Pepper Powder.
What HS 0904.22 covers
This HS code covers dried fruits of the *Capsicum* genus (chili peppers, paprika) and *Pimenta* genus (allspice) that have been crushed or ground into powders, flakes, or granules. These processed spices are widely used in food manufacturing, seasoning blends, and direct consumer sales. Exporters may include countries that cultivate these spices, often with value-added processing capabilities, as well as countries that specialize in spice processing and blending. Importers are food companies, spice packers, and retail chains worldwide, seeking ingredients for sauces, snacks, ready meals, and spice racks. Trade in these products focuses on specific characteristics like heat level (for chilies), color intensity (for paprika), aroma, and particle size. Food safety, including testing for pathogens and adulterants, is a critical concern. The versatility of these spices makes them indispensable in global cuisine and food production.
- Covers
- Chili Powder
- Paprika Powder
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- Ground Allspice
- Cayenne Pepper Powder
- Smoked Paprika
- Ancho Chili Powder
- Examples
- McCormick Chili Powder
- Simply Organic Paprika
- Badia Crushed Red Pepper
- Trader Joe's Smoked Paprika
- Schwartz Ground Allspice
Codes often confused with 0904.22
Common mistake. The primary confusion for this code is with 090421 (Capsicum or Pimenta, neither crushed nor ground), as the distinction is based on the processing state. It should also not be confused with ground pepper from the *Piper* genus (black pepper) under 090412.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 090422, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 090422 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 24% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $620M 40% of world exports
- 2 Spain $307M 20% of world exports
- 3 India $270M 17% of world exports
World total: $1.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $310M 24% of world imports
- 2 Germany $84M 6.5% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $73M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 0904.22
Brazil does not split HS 0904.22: its NCM code is 0904.22.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 09.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0904.22
What is HS code 090422?
HS code 090422 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Spices; fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, crushed or ground. This HS code covers dried fruits of the *Capsicum* genus (chili peppers, paprika) and *Pimenta* genus (allspice) that have been crushed or ground into powders, flakes, or granules. These processed spices are widely used in food manufacturing, seasoning blends, and direct consumer sales. Exporters may include countries that cultivate these spices, often with value-added processing capabilities, as well as countries that specialize in spice processing and blending. Importers are food companies, spice packers, and retail chains worldwide, seeking ingredients for sauces, snacks, ready meals, and spice racks. Trade in these products focuses on specific characteristics like heat level (for chilies), color intensity (for paprika), aroma, and particle size. Food safety, including testing for pathogens and adulterants, is a critical concern. The versatility of these spices makes them indispensable in global cuisine and food production.
What products fall under HS code 090422?
Chili Powder, Paprika Powder, Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, Ground Allspice, Cayenne Pepper Powder, Smoked Paprika, Ancho Chili Powder
What are common misclassifications for HS code 090422?
The primary confusion for this code is with 090421 (Capsicum or Pimenta, neither crushed nor ground), as the distinction is based on the processing state. It should also not be confused with ground pepper from the *Piper* genus (black pepper) under 090412.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 090422?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 090422 in UN Comtrade data were China ($620M, 40% of world exports), Spain ($307M) and India ($270M). World exports came to about $1.5B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 090422?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 090422 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($310M, 24% of world imports), Germany ($84M) and the United Kingdom ($73M). World imports came to about $1.3B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 090422 structured?
HS code 090422 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (09) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (22) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 090422?
In Brazil, HS code 090422 is NCM 0904.22.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.