HS Code for Mace powder

Mace powder is classified under HS code 0908.22. This code is part of Chapter 9, which covers coffee, tea, mate, and spices. Mace is the dried, reddish-orange lace-like covering (aril) of the nutmeg seed. The classification 0908.22 specifically refers to mace that has been crushed or ground. This follows the general structure of the spice chapter, where whole spices are separated from those that have undergone mechanical processing like grinding. The classification is straightforward under GRI 1, as the product is a single spice that has been processed into a powder form, fitting the exact description of the subheading for crushed or ground mace.

Products Included

• Pure ground mace powder
• Crushed mace flakes
• Dehydrated and pulverized mace arils
• Fine-mesh mace spice

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification for mace powder is HS code 0908.21, which is reserved for whole mace. Importers often fail to distinguish between the physical states of the spice. Another common error is using HS code 0908.12, which is for ground nutmeg. Although mace and nutmeg come from the same fruit (Myristica fragrans), they are distinct spices with different flavor profiles and separate HS subheadings. Furthermore, if mace powder is mixed with other spices (like in a curry powder), it must be classified under 0910.91 as a spice mixture rather than under the individual mace code.

FAQ

What is the HS code for mace powder?

The HS code for crushed or ground mace is 0908.22.

Can mace powder be classified as nutmeg?

No, while they originate from the same plant, the HS system provides separate subheadings for nutmeg (0908.1x) and mace (0908.2x). Mace powder must stay within the 0908.22 category.