Cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems)

HS v2017 Code: 0907

About cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems)

HS code 0907 covers the trade of cloves, which are the dried flower buds of the evergreen clove tree. Cloves are an important spice used extensively in various cuisines around the world, particularly in Asian and Middle Eastern cooking. The global clove market is valued at several billion dollars annually, with Indonesia, India, and Madagascar being the largest producers and exporters of this versatile spice.

Production process

Cloves are harvested by hand from the clove tree when the flower buds are still immature and green. The buds are then dried in the sun or using artificial drying methods until they turn a deep reddish-brown color. Proper drying is crucial to preserve the essential oils and aroma of the cloves. After drying, the cloves may be sorted, graded, and packaged for distribution and sale.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the clove industry are the clove trees themselves, which require specific climatic conditions to thrive. Clove trees are typically grown in tropical regions with high humidity and moderate temperatures. Other key inputs include labor for harvesting, drying, and processing equipment, as well as packaging materials for the final product.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 0907 is dried whole cloves, which are used as a spice in various food and beverage applications. Cloves are a common ingredient in many cuisines, including 0904 Pepper of the genus Piper; Pimento, 2103 Sauces and preparations; mixed condiments and mixed seasonings, and 2106 Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included. Cloves may also be used in the production of essential oils and other industrial applications.

Family tree for cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems)

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/09'>09: Coffee, tea, mate and spices</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0907'>0907: Cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems)</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/v2017/0906'>0906: Cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers</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/v2017/090710'>090710: Spices; cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/090720'>090720: Spices; cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), crushed or ground</a>"]


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