Product classification
HS code for Turmeric: 0910.30
Spices, turmeric (curcuma).
Classification of turmeric under HS 0910.30
Turmeric is classified under HS code 0910.30, a designation within Chapter 9 of the Harmonized System which covers spices, coffee, tea, and mate. The classification process follows the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1, which dictates that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Heading 0910 covers ginger, saffron, turmeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry, and other spices. Turmeric is specifically identified in the 0910.30 subheading. This code encompasses the rhizomes of the Curcuma longa plant in various forms, including fresh, chilled, dried, whole, or ground. For the product to remain within this classification, it must not have undergone processing that changes its essential character as a spice. For instance, if the turmeric is subjected to solvent extraction to produce oleoresins or to isolate curcumin for use as a food colorant, it would be classified elsewhere. The purity and intended use are critical factors; as a spice used for culinary seasoning, it remains firmly in 0910.30. The Harmonized System Explanatory Notes (HSEN) for Chapter 9 clarify that the addition of other substances to spices does not necessarily exclude them from the chapter, provided the resulting mixture retains the essential character of a spice. However, turmeric used primarily for its medicinal properties or as a chemical extract would require a different classification approach based on its refined state.
- Covers
- Fresh turmeric rhizomes
- Dried turmeric roots
- Ground turmeric powder
- Crushed turmeric for culinary use
- Whole turmeric for spice processing
- 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. Turmeric is often misclassified under 3203.00 when it is processed as a coloring matter or vegetable extract. It may also be confused with 1302.19 if it is presented as a vegetable sap or extract for medicinal purposes. Pure curcumin, the active chemical compound, is classified in Chapter 29 or 32 depending on its purity and use.
Top exporters and importers of HS 091030 (the code used for turmeric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 091030 (the code used for 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 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 turmeric
Brazil classifies 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 turmeric
What is the HS code for Turmeric?
The HS code for Turmeric is 091030 (Spices; turmeric (curcuma)). The HS code for turmeric (curcuma) in spice form is 0910.30.
How do I classify Turmeric for customs?
Turmeric is classified under HS code 091030 — Spices; turmeric (curcuma). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include turmeric supplements?
No, turmeric supplements in capsule or tablet form are generally classified under 2106.90 as food preparations not elsewhere specified, or under Chapter 30 if they meet the criteria for medicaments.
Which countries are the top exporters of turmeric (HS 091030)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 091030 (the code used for 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 turmeric (HS 091030)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 091030 (the code used for 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 Turmeric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 091030 for 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 turmeric in Brazil?
In Brazil, turmeric (HS 091030) is classified under NCM 0910.30.00.