Product classification
HS code for Ground mace: 0908.22
Spices, mace, crushed or ground.
Classification of ground mace under HS 0908.22
Ground mace is classified under HS code 090822. Mace is the dried reticulated aril (the lacy coating) of the nutmeg seed, derived from the Myristica fragrans tree. Under the Harmonized System, spices are categorized in Chapter 9. Heading 0908 specifically covers nutmeg, mace, and cardamoms. The classification within this heading is determined by the physical state of the spice. Subheading 090822 is designated for mace that has been crushed or ground into a powder or fine granules. This classification follows GRI 1, which relies on the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. The product must be pure mace; the addition of anti-caking agents in small quantities is generally permitted, but significant additives may change the classification.
- Covers
- Mace powder
- Crushed dried mace arils
- Ground mace for spice blends
- Pulverized mace spice
- Also under 0908.22
- McCormick Ground Mace
- Simply Organic Ground Mace
- Frontier Co-op Organic Ground Mace
- Badia Ground Mace
Codes often confused with 0908.22
Common mistake. The most common misclassification for ground mace is HS code 090821, which is the code for whole mace. Importers often confuse the two if the product is only coarsely crushed. Another frequent error is confusing mace with nutmeg (HS code 090812). While they come from the same fruit, they are distinct parts and have separate subheadings. Furthermore, if the mace is part of a pre-mixed spice blend, it should be classified under 091091 rather than 090822.
Top exporters and importers of HS 090822 (the code used for ground mace), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 090822 (the code used for ground mace) in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 27% 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 090822, not only ground mace.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Indonesia $7.2M 32% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$5.4M 24% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Netherlands $4.5M 20% of world exports
World total: $23M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $6.2M 27% of world imports
- 2 Germany $5.3M 24% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $2.5M 11% of world imports
World total: $23M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 mace
Brazil classifies ground mace under NCM 0908.22.00: HS 0908.22 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about ground mace
What is the HS code for Ground mace?
The HS code for Ground mace is 090822 (Spices; mace, crushed or ground). The HS code for ground mace is 090822, which identifies it as a crushed or ground spice within the nutmeg and mace family.
How do I classify Ground mace for customs?
Ground mace is classified under HS code 090822 — Spices; mace, crushed or ground. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is ground mace classified differently than ground nutmeg?
Yes, ground nutmeg is classified under HS code 090812, while ground mace is classified under 090822. They are distinct botanical components of the same fruit.
Which countries are the top exporters of ground mace (HS 090822)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 090822 (the code used for ground mace) in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($7.2M, 32% of world exports), Vietnam (about $5.4M) and the Netherlands ($4.5M). World exports came to about $23M, 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 ground mace (HS 090822)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 090822 (the code used for ground mace) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($6.2M, 27% of world imports), Germany ($5.3M) and the United Kingdom ($2.5M). World imports came to about $23M, 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 mace the same in all countries?
The base HS code 090822 for Ground mace 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 mace in Brazil?
In Brazil, ground mace (HS 090822) is classified under NCM 0908.22.00.