Product classification
HS code for Ground turmeric: 0910.30
Spices, turmeric (curcuma).
Classification of ground turmeric under HS 0910.30
Ground turmeric, derived from the rhizomes of the Curcuma longa plant, is classified under HS code 0910.30. This code is part of Chapter 09, which covers spices and related products. Heading 0910 is a broad category for ginger, saffron, turmeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry, and other spices. Unlike many other spices in the HS nomenclature, turmeric does not have separate subheadings for whole versus ground forms. Therefore, 0910.30 applies to turmeric in all its primary forms, including whole dried rhizomes, crushed pieces, and the fine yellow powder commonly used in cooking and industrial applications. The classification is determined by the botanical nature of the product. Even if the turmeric is intended for use as a natural dye rather than a spice, it remains classified under 0910.30 unless it has been further processed into a prepared vegetable coloring matter.
- Covers
- Turmeric powder (Curcuma powder)
- Ground dried turmeric rhizomes
- Crushed turmeric
- Curcuma longa in pulverized form
- Turmeric meal
- Also under 0910.30
- McCormick Ground Turmeric
- Simply Organic Ground Turmeric
- MDH Turmeric Powder
- Frontier Co-op Turmeric Root Powder
Codes often confused with 0910.30
Common mistake. Ground turmeric is frequently misclassified under HS code 2103.90, which covers curry powder and mixed seasonings. While turmeric is a primary ingredient in curry powder, pure ground turmeric must stay in 0910.30. Another common misclassification occurs with HS code 3203.00, which covers coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin. If the turmeric has been chemically extracted or prepared specifically as a dye, it may move to Chapter 32, but standard ground turmeric remains in Chapter 09.
Top exporters and importers of HS 091030 (the code used for ground turmeric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 091030 (the code used for ground turmeric) in UN Comtrade data was India, with 67% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 11% 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 091030, not only ground turmeric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 India $334M 67% of world exports
- 2 Myanmar $20M 4.1% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $16M 3.2% of world exports
World total: $497M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $60M 11% of world imports
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$37M 7.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$34M 6.4% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $526M 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 turmeric
Brazil classifies ground turmeric under NCM 0910.30.00: HS 0910.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about ground turmeric
What is the HS code for Ground turmeric?
The HS code for Ground turmeric is 091030 (Spices; turmeric (curcuma)). The HS code for ground turmeric is 0910.30, which covers turmeric (curcuma) in all forms.
How do I classify Ground turmeric for customs?
Ground turmeric is classified under HS code 091030 — Spices; turmeric (curcuma). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the HS code change if the turmeric is organic?
No, the HS code 0910.30 applies to both organic and conventional ground turmeric, as the Harmonized System does not differentiate based on organic certification.
Which countries are the top exporters of ground turmeric (HS 091030)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 091030 (the code used for ground turmeric) in UN Comtrade data were India ($334M, 67% of world exports), Myanmar ($20M) and the Netherlands ($16M). World exports came to about $497M, 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 turmeric (HS 091030)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 091030 (the code used for ground turmeric) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($60M, 11% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $37M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $34M). World imports came to about $526M, 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 turmeric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 091030 for Ground turmeric 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 turmeric in Brazil?
In Brazil, ground turmeric (HS 091030) is classified under NCM 0910.30.00.