HS Code for Cassia cinnamon sticks

Cassia cinnamon sticks are classified under HS code 0906.19. This classification is found in Chapter 09, which covers coffee, tea, mate, and spices. Heading 0906 is specific to cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers. The heading is divided into two main categories: cinnamon that is not crushed or ground, and cinnamon that is crushed or ground. Within the "not crushed or ground" category, a distinction is made between Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume (often called "true" or Ceylon cinnamon) under 0906.11 and "Other" cinnamon under 0906.19. Cassia, which is the most common variety of cinnamon in many markets, falls into this "Other" category.

Products Included

• Whole cassia sticks (quills)
• Cassia bark pieces (not ground)
• Cinnamon-tree flowers (not ground)
• Chinese cinnamon sticks
• Indonesian cassia quills

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is HS code 0906.11, which is strictly reserved for Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume. Importers often confuse the two varieties. Another common error is using HS code 0906.20, which is for cinnamon that has been crushed or ground into powder. If the cinnamon is used as a flavoring in a prepared food product, it may be classified under the specific food heading in Chapters 17 through 21.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Cassia cinnamon sticks?

The HS code for whole, unground cassia cinnamon sticks is 0906.19.

What is the difference between 0906.11 and 0906.19?

0906.11 is specifically for Ceylon cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), while 0906.19 covers all other types of cinnamon, including Cassia, that are not ground.