Cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers

HS v2017 Code: 0906

About cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers

HS code 0906 covers cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers, which are important spices and flavoring agents used in a wide range of food, beverage, and personal care products. Cinnamon is one of the oldest and most widely used spices globally, with a rich history dating back thousands of years. The cinnamon industry plays a significant role in the global spice trade, contributing to the economies of major producing countries such as Sri Lanka, China, and Indonesia.

Production process

Cinnamon is primarily produced by harvesting the inner bark of certain evergreen trees in the genus Cinnamomum. The bark is carefully peeled, dried, and then processed into various cinnamon products, including sticks, ground powder, and essential oils. Cinnamon-tree flowers are also harvested and processed for their unique aroma and flavor profiles.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flower industry include the Cinnamomum trees, which are typically grown in tropical and subtropical regions. Specialized harvesting and processing equipment, such as peelers, dryers, and grinders, are also essential. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to handle the delicate harvesting and processing techniques.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the HS code 0906 industry are cinnamon sticks, ground cinnamon powder, and cinnamon-tree flowers. These products are widely used in the food and beverage industry, particularly in the production of baked goods, confectionery, and various spice blends. Cinnamon is also used in the production of personal care items, such as fragrances and cosmetics. Other industries that may consume the outputs of this industry include 2106 Food preparations, not elsewhere specified or included and 3303 Perfumes and toilet waters.

Family tree for cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/09'>09: Coffee, tea, mate and spices</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0906'>0906: Cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0901'>0901: Coffee, whether or not roasted or decaffeinated; husks and skins; coffee substitutes containing coffee in any proportion</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0902'>0902: Tea</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0903'>0903: Mate</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0904'>0904: Pepper of the genus piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0905'>0905: Vanilla</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0907'>0907: Cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems)</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0908'>0908: Nutmeg, mace and cardamoms</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0909'>0909: Seeds of anise, badian, fennel, coriander, cumin, caraway or juniper</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0910'>0910: Ginger, saffron, tumeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices</a>"]

    B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/090611'>090611: Spices; cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume), neither crushed nor ground</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/090619'>090619: Spices; cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers, other than cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume), neither crushed nor ground</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/090620'>090620: Spices; cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers, crushed or ground</a>"]


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