HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0910.99 – Spices; n.e.c. in heading no. 0910
HS code 0910.99 is the 6-digit subheading for spices, n.e.c. in heading no. 0910. It is used for curry powder, garam masala, paprika, saffron threads and turmeric powder.
What HS 0910.99 covers
This code covers a diverse range of spices not specifically enumerated elsewhere within HS heading 0910, which generally includes ginger, saffron, turmeric, and other aromatic plants used for flavoring. In international trade, these "other" spices are crucial for culinary industries, food processing, and even pharmaceutical or cosmetic sectors. Major importers include countries with diverse culinary traditions and large food manufacturing bases, such as the United States, Germany, and Japan, while exporters are often developing nations in Asia, Africa, and Latin America where these unique spices are cultivated. Key aspects of trade involve quality control, origin certification, and adherence to food safety standards, as many of these spices are traded in dried, crushed, or powdered forms. The market for these niche spices can be highly volatile, influenced by harvest yields, climate conditions, and global demand for specific ethnic cuisines.
- Covers
- Curry powder
- Garam masala
- Paprika
- Saffron threads
- Turmeric powder
- Dried ginger root
- Cumin seeds
- Coriander seeds
- Examples
- McCormick Curry Powder
- Simply Organic Turmeric
- Frontier Co-op Cumin Seed
- Badia Saffron
- MDH Garam Masala
Codes often confused with 0910.99
Common mistake. This code can be confused with other spice codes like 0904 (pepper), 0906 (cinnamon), or 0908 (nutmeg/mace/cardamoms) if the specific spice is not clearly identified, leading to incorrect duties or regulations.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 091099, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 091099 in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 14% 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 Türkiye $167M 17% of world exports
- 2 India $127M 13% of world exports
- 3 South Africa $83M 8.4% of world exports
World total: $993M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $172M 14% of world imports
- 2 United States $135M 11% of world imports
- 3 Germany $76M 6.3% of world imports
World total: $1.2B 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 0910.99
Brazil does not split HS 0910.99: its NCM code is 0910.99.00.
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 0910.99
What is HS code 091099?
HS code 091099 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Spices; n.e.c. in heading no. 0910. This code covers a diverse range of spices not specifically enumerated elsewhere within HS heading 0910, which generally includes ginger, saffron, turmeric, and other aromatic plants used for flavoring. In international trade, these "other" spices are crucial for culinary industries, food processing, and even pharmaceutical or cosmetic sectors. Major importers include countries with diverse culinary traditions and large food manufacturing bases, such as the United States, Germany, and Japan, while exporters are often developing nations in Asia, Africa, and Latin America where these unique spices are cultivated. Key aspects of trade involve quality control, origin certification, and adherence to food safety standards, as many of these spices are traded in dried, crushed, or powdered forms. The market for these niche spices can be highly volatile, influenced by harvest yields, climate conditions, and global demand for specific ethnic cuisines.
What products fall under HS code 091099?
Curry powder, Garam masala, Paprika, Saffron threads, Turmeric powder, Dried ginger root, Cumin seeds, Coriander seeds
What are common misclassifications for HS code 091099?
This code can be confused with other spice codes like 0904 (pepper), 0906 (cinnamon), or 0908 (nutmeg/mace/cardamoms) if the specific spice is not clearly identified, leading to incorrect duties or regulations.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 091099?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 091099 in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($167M, 17% of world exports), India ($127M) and South Africa ($83M). World exports came to about $993M, 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 091099?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 091099 in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($172M, 14% of world imports), the United States ($135M) and Germany ($76M). World imports 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.
How is HS code 091099 structured?
HS code 091099 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 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 091099?
In Brazil, HS code 091099 is NCM 0910.99.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.