Product classification
HS code for Cardamom powder: 0908.32
Spices, cardamoms, crushed or ground.
Classification of cardamom powder under HS 0908.32
Cardamom powder is classified under HS code 0908.32, which covers cardamoms that have been crushed or ground. Chapter 09 is dedicated to coffee, tea, maté, and spices. Heading 0908 specifically includes nutmeg, mace, and cardamoms. Within this heading, the code 0908.32 is reserved for the processed form of the spice. The classification process for spices distinguishes between whole products and those that have undergone physical processing such as crushing or grinding. As long as the cardamom powder is pure and not mixed with other spices or substances that would change its character to a "mixed seasoning," it remains within this subheading. This follows the General Rules for Interpretation, specifically looking at the state of the product at the time of importation. The powdering process does not change the essential character of the spice, but the HS system provides distinct codes to track the trade of raw versus processed agricultural goods. This code applies to both green and black cardamom varieties provided they are in ground form.
- Covers
- Ground green cardamom
- Ground black cardamom
- Crushed cardamom seeds
- Pure cardamom powder for culinary use
- Also under 0908.32
- McCormick Ground Cardamom
- Simply Organic Ground Cardamom
- Frontier Co-op Organic Ground Cardamom
- Badia Ground Cardamom
Codes often confused with 0908.32
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is HS code 0908.31, which is for whole cardamom pods. Another error is using HS code 2103.90 for mixed seasonings; this only applies if the cardamom is blended with other spices or salt. If the product is an essential oil derived from cardamom, it would move to Chapter 33 under HS code 3301.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 090832 (the code used for cardamom powder), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 090832 (the code used for cardamom powder) in UN Comtrade data was India, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 090832, not only cardamom powder.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 India $14M 25% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $9.9M 18% of world exports
- 3 Guatemala $5.0M 9.2% of world exports
World total: $54M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $12M 18% of world imports
- 2 Saudi Arabia $10M 17% of world imports
- 3 Norway $4.9M 7.9% of world imports
World total: $62M 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 cardamom powder
Brazil classifies cardamom powder under NCM 0908.32.00: HS 0908.32 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cardamom powder
What is the HS code for Cardamom powder?
The HS code for Cardamom powder is 090832 (Spices; cardamoms, crushed or ground). The HS code for crushed or ground cardamom is 0908.32.
How do I classify Cardamom powder for customs?
Cardamom powder is classified under HS code 090832 — Spices; cardamoms, crushed or ground. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this include whole pods?
No, whole cardamom pods are classified under HS code 0908.31. The 0908.32 code is specifically for the crushed or ground version.
Which countries are the top exporters of cardamom powder (HS 090832)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 090832 (the code used for cardamom powder) in UN Comtrade data were India ($14M, 25% of world exports), the Netherlands ($9.9M) and Guatemala ($5.0M). World exports came to about $54M, 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 cardamom powder (HS 090832)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 090832 (the code used for cardamom powder) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($12M, 18% of world imports), Saudi Arabia ($10M) and Norway ($4.9M). World imports came to about $62M, 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.
Is the HS code for Cardamom powder the same in all countries?
The base HS code 090832 for Cardamom powder is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for cardamom powder in Brazil?
In Brazil, cardamom powder (HS 090832) is classified under NCM 0908.32.00.