Product classification
HS code for Chili powder: 0904.22
Spices, fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, crushed or ground.
Classification of chili powder under HS 0904.22
Chili powder, consisting of crushed or ground fruits of the genus Capsicum, is classified under HS code 0904.22. Chapter 9 covers coffee, tea, maté, and spices. Heading 0904 specifically includes peppers of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta. The classification is split between dried but not crushed or ground (0904.21) and those that have undergone crushing or grinding (0904.22). This code is strictly for pure ground chilies. The classification is based on the physical state of the spice and its botanical origin. It is essential to distinguish between pure ground spices and spice mixtures, as the addition of other ingredients can change the classification entirely under the rules of the Harmonized System.
- Covers
- Ground cayenne pepper
- Paprika powder
- Crushed chili flakes (pure)
- Ground dried chili peppers
- Pure chili powder without additives
- Also under 0904.22
- McCormick Chili Powder
- Simply Organic Paprika
- Badia Crushed Red Pepper
- Trader Joe's Smoked Paprika
- Schwartz Ground Allspice
Codes often confused with 0904.22
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification for chili powder is 2103.90, which covers mixed seasonings and condiments. If the "chili powder" is a commercial blend containing salt, cumin, oregano, or garlic powder, it is no longer a pure spice and must be classified under 2103.90. It is also sometimes confused with 0904.21, which is reserved for whole dried chili peppers that have not been crushed or ground.
Top exporters and importers of HS 090422 (the code used for chili powder), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 090422 (the code used for chili powder) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 24% 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 090422, not only chili powder.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $620M 40% of world exports
- 2 Spain $307M 20% of world exports
- 3 India $270M 17% of world exports
World total: $1.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $310M 24% of world imports
- 2 Germany $84M 6.5% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $73M 5.6% 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 chili powder
Brazil classifies chili powder under NCM 0904.22.00: HS 0904.22 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about chili powder
What is the HS code for Chili powder?
The HS code for Chili powder is 090422 (Spices; fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, crushed or ground).
How do I classify Chili powder for customs?
Chili powder is classified under HS code 090422 — Spices; fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, crushed or ground. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for pure chili powder?
Pure ground or crushed chili powder is classified under HS code 0904.22.
How is chili powder with added salt classified?
If chili powder contains added salt or other spices, it is classified as a mixed seasoning under HS code 2103.90.
Which countries are the top exporters of chili powder (HS 090422)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 090422 (the code used for chili powder) in UN Comtrade data were China ($620M, 40% of world exports), Spain ($307M) and India ($270M). World exports came to about $1.5B, 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 chili powder (HS 090422)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 090422 (the code used for chili powder) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($310M, 24% of world imports), Germany ($84M) and the United Kingdom ($73M). 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.
Is the HS code for Chili powder the same in all countries?
The base HS code 090422 for Chili 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 chili powder in Brazil?
In Brazil, chili powder (HS 090422) is classified under NCM 0904.22.00.