Product classification

HS code for Whole cinnamon: 0906.19

Spices, cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers, other than cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume), neither crushed nor ground.

Classification of whole cinnamon under HS 0906.19

The classification of whole cinnamon under HS code 0906.19 is governed by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, specifically focusing on the botanical origin and the physical state of the spice. Chapter 9 covers coffee, tea, maté, and spices, with heading 0906 dedicated to cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers. The HS structure distinguishes between Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume (Ceylon cinnamon) and other species. Subheading 0906.11 is reserved exclusively for the Ceylon variety. Consequently, HS code 0906.19 serves as the residual category for all other types of cinnamon, such as Cinnamomum cassia, Cinnamomum burmannii (Indonesian), and Cinnamomum loureiroi (Saigon), provided they are neither crushed nor ground. The product must remain in its natural state, such as quills, sticks, or bark chips. This classification is critical because many jurisdictions apply different tariff rates or import quotas based on whether the cinnamon is the Ceylon variety or the more common Cassia variety. The presence of cinnamon-tree flowers in a whole, dried state also falls under this code. Importers must ensure that the product has not undergone mechanical milling, as any degree of pulverization would necessitate a move to a different subheading.

Covers
  • Cassia cinnamon sticks (whole)
  • Indonesian cinnamon quills
  • Saigon cinnamon bark chips
  • Dried cinnamon-tree flowers (whole)
  • Cinnamomum aromaticum bark
Also under 0906.19
  • McCormick Cinnamon Sticks
  • Badia Whole Cinnamon Sticks
  • Penzey's Vietnamese Cinnamon Sticks
  • Simply Organic Cassia Cinnamon

Codes often confused with 0906.19

Common mistake. Whole cinnamon is frequently misclassified under HS code 0906.11, which is strictly for Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume (Ceylon cinnamon). Another common error is using HS code 0906.20, which is reserved for cinnamon that has been crushed or ground into powder. Using 0906.20 for whole sticks can lead to issues with food safety regulations and duty calculations.

0906.11Spices; cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume), neither crushed nor ground0906.20Spices; cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers, crushed or ground

Top exporters and importers of HS 090619 (the code used for whole cinnamon), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 090619 (the code used for whole cinnamon) in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 47% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 34% 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 090619, not only whole cinnamon.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Vietnam* ~$145M
  2. 2 China $109M
  3. 3 Indonesia $31M

World total: $307M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 India $111M
  2. 2 United States $39M
  3. 3 Pakistan $15M

World total: $323M 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 whole cinnamon

Brazil classifies whole cinnamon under NCM 0906.19.00: HS 0906.19 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about whole cinnamon

What is the HS code for Whole cinnamon?

The HS code for Whole cinnamon is 090619 (Spices; cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers, other than cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume), neither crushed nor ground). The HS code for whole cinnamon (other than Ceylon cinnamon) is 0906.19. If it is the Ceylon variety, the code is 0906.11.

How do I classify Whole cinnamon for customs?

Whole cinnamon is classified under HS code 090619 — Spices; cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers, other than cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume), neither crushed nor ground. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Does this code include cinnamon powder?

No, cinnamon powder is classified under HS code 0906.20 because it has been crushed or ground.

Which countries are the top exporters of whole cinnamon (HS 090619)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 090619 (the code used for whole cinnamon) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $145M, 47% of world exports), China ($109M) and Indonesia ($31M). World exports came to about $307M, 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 whole cinnamon (HS 090619)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 090619 (the code used for whole cinnamon) in UN Comtrade data were India ($111M, 34% of world imports), the United States ($39M) and Pakistan ($15M). World imports came to about $323M, 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 Whole cinnamon the same in all countries?

The base HS code 090619 for Whole cinnamon 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 whole cinnamon in Brazil?

In Brazil, whole cinnamon (HS 090619) is classified under NCM 0906.19.00.