HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0910.91 – Spices; mixtures of 2 or more products of different headings
HS code 0910.91 is the 6-digit subheading for spices, mixtures of 2 or more products of different headings. It is used for curry powder, garam masala, chili powder, poultry seasoning and taco seasoning.
What HS 0910.91 covers
This HS code is designated for mixtures of two or more spices that fall under different headings within Chapter 09, or even other chapters if spices are the predominant component. This category is vital for the global food manufacturing and culinary industries, encompassing a vast array of ready-to-use spice blends like curry powders, garam masala, chili powders, and various regional seasonings. International trade involves specialized blenders and food processors who export these complex mixes, offering convenience, consistent flavor profiles, and reduced preparation time for consumers and businesses alike. Major importers are countries with diverse culinary scenes or large food processing sectors, such as the United States, the European Union, and Canada. Quality control focuses on ingredient ratios, freshness, and absence of contaminants to ensure product integrity and flavor consistency.
- Covers
- Curry powder
- Garam masala
- Chili powder
- Poultry seasoning
- Taco seasoning
- Italian seasoning
- Ras el hanout
- Examples
- McCormick Curry Powder
- MDH Garam Masala
- Old El Paso Taco Seasoning
- Simply Organic Chili Powder
- Badia Italian Seasoning
Codes often confused with 0910.91
Common mistake. This code is specifically for *mixtures* of spices from *different* headings; if a mixture contains only spices from *one* heading (e.g., a blend of different types of pepper), it would fall under that specific heading (e.g., 0904).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 091091, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 091091 in UN Comtrade data was India, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 India $124M 19% of world exports
- 2 Germany $97M 15% of world exports
- 3 Pakistan $72M 11% of world exports
World total: $659M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $80M 12% of world imports
- 2 Germany $68M 9.9% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $46M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $691M 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 0910.91
Brazil does not split HS 0910.91: its NCM code is 0910.91.00.
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 0910.91
What is HS code 091091?
HS code 091091 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Spices; mixtures of 2 or more products of different headings. This HS code is designated for mixtures of two or more spices that fall under different headings within Chapter 09, or even other chapters if spices are the predominant component. This category is vital for the global food manufacturing and culinary industries, encompassing a vast array of ready-to-use spice blends like curry powders, garam masala, chili powders, and various regional seasonings. International trade involves specialized blenders and food processors who export these complex mixes, offering convenience, consistent flavor profiles, and reduced preparation time for consumers and businesses alike. Major importers are countries with diverse culinary scenes or large food processing sectors, such as the United States, the European Union, and Canada. Quality control focuses on ingredient ratios, freshness, and absence of contaminants to ensure product integrity and flavor consistency.
What products fall under HS code 091091?
Curry powder, Garam masala, Chili powder, Poultry seasoning, Taco seasoning, Italian seasoning, Ras el hanout
What are common misclassifications for HS code 091091?
This code is specifically for *mixtures* of spices from *different* headings; if a mixture contains only spices from *one* heading (e.g., a blend of different types of pepper), it would fall under that specific heading (e.g., 0904).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 091091?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 091091 in UN Comtrade data were India ($124M, 19% of world exports), Germany ($97M) and Pakistan ($72M). World exports came to about $659M, 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 091091?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 091091 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($80M, 12% of world imports), Germany ($68M) and the Netherlands ($46M). World imports came to about $691M, 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 091091 structured?
HS code 091091 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 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 091091?
In Brazil, HS code 091091 is NCM 0910.91.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.