HS Code for Ginger powder

Ginger powder is classified under HS code 0910.12. Heading 0910 covers ginger, saffron, turmeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry, and other spices. The classification of ginger is split between 0910.11 (neither crushed nor ground) and 0910.12 (crushed or ground). Ginger powder is produced by drying the rhizome of the Zingiber officinale plant and subsequently grinding it into a fine particulate form. According to the Chapter 9 notes, the addition of small amounts of anti-caking agents or preservatives does not affect the classification of a spice, provided the product retains its essential character as a spice. This code applies to ginger powder used for culinary purposes as well as bulk ginger powder used as an ingredient in food manufacturing. It does not include ginger that has been further processed into extracts or oleoresins.

Products Included

• Ground ginger spice
• Crushed dried ginger root
• Dehydrated ginger powder
• Culinary ginger powder
• Ginger flour (pure)

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is HS code 0910.11, which is only for fresh or dried ginger that has not been crushed or ground. If the ginger is preserved in sugar (crystallized ginger), it moves to 2006.00. If it is preserved in syrup, it is classified under 2008.99. Another error involves classifying ginger powder as a food supplement under 2106.90; however, if the product is pure ground ginger, the spice heading 0910.12 takes precedence over the general food preparation heading. Finally, ginger extracts are classified under 1302.19 rather than Chapter 9.

FAQ

What is the HS code for ginger powder?

The HS code for crushed or ground ginger (ginger powder) is 0910.12.

What code is used for fresh ginger?

Fresh ginger that has not been crushed or ground is classified under HS code 0910.11.