Product classification
HS code for Ground cumin: 0909.32
Spices, cumin seeds, crushed or ground.
Classification of ground cumin under HS 0909.32
Ground cumin is classified under HS code 0909.32. This classification falls within Chapter 09, which encompasses spices and related aromatic vegetable products. Heading 0909 specifically includes cumin seeds. The Harmonized System distinguishes between seeds that are imported in their whole form and those that have undergone mechanical processing such as crushing or grinding. Subheading 0909.31 covers the whole seeds, whereas 0909.32 is the correct code for cumin that has been reduced to powder or small fragments. This distinction is vital for trade statistics and tariff application. The product must consist of the seeds of Cuminum cyminum. If the ground cumin is mixed with other spices in significant proportions, the classification may shift to heading 0910, but pure ground cumin remains strictly within 0909.32. The classification follows General Interpretative Rule 1, as the heading and subheading terms are legally binding and specific to the state of the product. Ground cumin is a staple in international trade, and its classification ensures that processed spices are tracked separately from raw agricultural seeds, which may have different phytosanitary requirements.
- Covers
- Cumin powder
- Ground jeera
- Crushed cumin seeds
- Fine-ground cumin meal
- Also under 0909.32
- McCormick Ground Cumin
- Badia Ground Cumin
- Simply Organic Ground Cumin
- MDH Cumin Powder
Codes often confused with 0909.32
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification is using HS code 0909.31, which is reserved for whole cumin seeds. Another common mistake is classifying ground cumin under 0910.99 (other spices) or 2103.90 (mixed condiments and seasonings). If the cumin is part of a pre-mixed curry powder, it must be classified under 0910.91. Furthermore, black cumin (Nigella sativa) is often confused with standard cumin but is classified under 0909.62.
Top exporters and importers of HS 090932 (the code used for ground cumin), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 090932 (the code used for ground cumin) in UN Comtrade data was India, with 46% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% of world imports. Syria did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 2.5% of its exports here ($96K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 090932, not only ground cumin.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 India $58M 46% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $8.4M 6.6% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $7.4M 5.8% of world exports
Syria did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 2.5% of its exports here ($96K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $128M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $30M 23% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $14M 11% of world imports
- 3 Saudi Arabia $9.2M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $127M 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 ground cumin
Brazil classifies ground cumin under NCM 0909.32.00: HS 0909.32 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about ground cumin
What is the HS code for Ground cumin?
The HS code for Ground cumin is 090932 (Spices; cumin seeds, crushed or ground). The HS code for ground cumin is 0909.32, specifically for crushed or ground cumin seeds.
How do I classify Ground cumin for customs?
Ground cumin is classified under HS code 090932 — Spices; cumin seeds, crushed or ground. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is ground cumin classified differently if it is organic?
No, the HS code remains 0909.32 regardless of whether the product is organic or conventional, though statistical suffixes may vary by country.
Which countries are the top exporters of ground cumin (HS 090932)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 090932 (the code used for ground cumin) in UN Comtrade data were India ($58M, 46% of world exports), the Netherlands ($8.4M) and Türkiye ($7.4M). World exports came to about $128M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Syria did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 2.5% of its exports here ($96K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of ground cumin (HS 090932)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 090932 (the code used for ground cumin) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($30M, 23% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($14M) and Saudi Arabia ($9.2M). World imports came to about $127M, 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 Ground cumin the same in all countries?
The base HS code 090932 for Ground cumin 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 ground cumin in Brazil?
In Brazil, ground cumin (HS 090932) is classified under NCM 0909.32.00.