HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0910.11 – Spices; ginger, neither crushed nor ground
HS code 0910.11 is the 6-digit subheading for spices, ginger, neither crushed nor ground. It is used for fresh ginger root, dried whole ginger, organic fresh ginger, ginger rhizomes and whole ginger for pickling.
What HS 0910.11 covers
This HS code covers ginger in its whole, unprocessed state, typically traded as fresh rhizomes or dried whole pieces. Fresh ginger is a highly sought-after ingredient in Asian, Indian, and Caribbean cuisines, used extensively in cooking, beverages, and traditional medicine. Dried whole ginger is often rehydrated or ground by end-users for various applications. Major exporters include China, India, Nigeria, and Thailand, benefiting from suitable climates and established agricultural practices. Top importers, such as the EU, US, and Japan, are driven by both culinary demand and the growing health and wellness industry's interest in ginger's medicinal properties. Key trade considerations for fresh ginger include freshness, size, appearance, and absence of pests, while for dried ginger, moisture content and cleanliness are paramount.
- Covers
- Fresh ginger root
- Dried whole ginger
- Organic fresh ginger
- Ginger rhizomes
- Whole ginger for pickling
- Examples
- Dole Fresh Ginger
- Melissa's Fresh Ginger
- Organic Valley Fresh Ginger
- Dried Ginger Slices (various brands)
Codes often confused with 0910.11
Common mistake. Can be confused with crushed or ground ginger (091012) if the processing state is not clearly specified, or with other root spices like turmeric (091030) in its fresh form.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 091011, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 091011 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 12% 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 $562M 45% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $135M 11% of world exports
- 3 India $133M 11% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $159M 12% of world imports
- 2 United States $142M 11% of world imports
- 3 Japan $90M 6.8% 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 0910.11
Brazil does not split HS 0910.11: its NCM code is 0910.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 09.10 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0910.11
What is HS code 091011?
HS code 091011 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Spices; ginger, neither crushed nor ground. This HS code covers ginger in its whole, unprocessed state, typically traded as fresh rhizomes or dried whole pieces. Fresh ginger is a highly sought-after ingredient in Asian, Indian, and Caribbean cuisines, used extensively in cooking, beverages, and traditional medicine. Dried whole ginger is often rehydrated or ground by end-users for various applications. Major exporters include China, India, Nigeria, and Thailand, benefiting from suitable climates and established agricultural practices. Top importers, such as the EU, US, and Japan, are driven by both culinary demand and the growing health and wellness industry's interest in ginger's medicinal properties. Key trade considerations for fresh ginger include freshness, size, appearance, and absence of pests, while for dried ginger, moisture content and cleanliness are paramount.
What products fall under HS code 091011?
Fresh ginger root, Dried whole ginger, Organic fresh ginger, Ginger rhizomes, Whole ginger for pickling
What are common misclassifications for HS code 091011?
Can be confused with crushed or ground ginger (091012) if the processing state is not clearly specified, or with other root spices like turmeric (091030) in its fresh form.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 091011?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 091011 in UN Comtrade data were China ($562M, 45% of world exports), the Netherlands ($135M) and India ($133M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 091011?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 091011 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($159M, 12% of world imports), the United States ($142M) and Japan ($90M). 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 091011 structured?
HS code 091011 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (09) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 091011?
In Brazil, HS code 091011 is NCM 0910.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.