HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0906.20 – Spices; cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers, crushed or ground
HS code 0906.20 is the 6-digit subheading for spices, cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers, crushed or ground. It is used for ground cinnamon, cinnamon powder, crushed cinnamon sticks, cinnamon bark powder and ceylon cinnamon powder.
What HS 0906.20 covers
This HS code encompasses cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers that have undergone processing, specifically being crushed or ground. This form is highly sought after in international trade for its convenience and versatility in various industries. Major exporters include countries like Sri Lanka (for Ceylon cinnamon) and Indonesia (for Cassia cinnamon), which cultivate and process these spices. Importers, primarily developed nations such as the United States, Germany, and Japan, utilize ground cinnamon extensively in food manufacturing, baking, confectionery, and beverage production. Key aspects of trade involve ensuring product purity, consistent grind size, and adherence to food safety standards. The market often differentiates between Ceylon (true) cinnamon and Cassia cinnamon, with varying price points and flavor profiles. Organic certifications and sustainable sourcing practices are increasingly important factors influencing trade decisions and consumer preferences in this segment.
- Covers
- Ground cinnamon
- Cinnamon powder
- Crushed cinnamon sticks
- Cinnamon bark powder
- Ceylon cinnamon powder
- Cassia cinnamon powder
- Organic ground cinnamon
- Examples
- McCormick Ground Cinnamon
- Simply Organic Ground Cinnamon
- Frontier Co-op Organic Ground Ceylon Cinnamon
- Badia Ground Cinnamon
Codes often confused with 0906.20
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 090611 (whole Ceylon cinnamon) or 090619 (other whole cinnamon) if the 'crushed or ground' processing state is not clearly identified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 090620, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 090620 in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 29% 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 Vietnam* ~$79M 32% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Indonesia $50M 20% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $25M 9.8% of world exports
World total: $251M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $66M 29% of world imports
- 2 Germany $19M 8.3% of world imports
- 3 Canada $15M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $227M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 0906.20
Brazil does not split HS 0906.20: its NCM code is 0906.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 09.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0906.20
What is HS code 090620?
HS code 090620 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Spices; cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers, crushed or ground. This HS code encompasses cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers that have undergone processing, specifically being crushed or ground. This form is highly sought after in international trade for its convenience and versatility in various industries. Major exporters include countries like Sri Lanka (for Ceylon cinnamon) and Indonesia (for Cassia cinnamon), which cultivate and process these spices. Importers, primarily developed nations such as the United States, Germany, and Japan, utilize ground cinnamon extensively in food manufacturing, baking, confectionery, and beverage production. Key aspects of trade involve ensuring product purity, consistent grind size, and adherence to food safety standards. The market often differentiates between Ceylon (true) cinnamon and Cassia cinnamon, with varying price points and flavor profiles. Organic certifications and sustainable sourcing practices are increasingly important factors influencing trade decisions and consumer preferences in this segment.
What products fall under HS code 090620?
Ground cinnamon, cinnamon powder, crushed cinnamon sticks, cinnamon bark powder, Ceylon cinnamon powder, Cassia cinnamon powder, organic ground cinnamon
What are common misclassifications for HS code 090620?
This code is often confused with 090611 (whole Ceylon cinnamon) or 090619 (other whole cinnamon) if the 'crushed or ground' processing state is not clearly identified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 090620?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 090620 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $79M, 32% of world exports), Indonesia ($50M) and the Netherlands ($25M). World exports came to about $251M, 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 090620?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 090620 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($66M, 29% of world imports), Germany ($19M) and Canada ($15M). World imports came to about $227M, 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 090620 structured?
HS code 090620 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (09) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 090620?
In Brazil, HS code 090620 is NCM 0906.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.