Spices; cumin seeds, neither crushed nor ground

HS v2017 Code: 090931

About spices; cumin seeds, neither crushed nor ground

HS code 090931 covers the trade of unprocessed cumin seeds, a widely used spice in various cuisines around the world. Cumin is a crucial ingredient in many Middle Eastern, South Asian, and Latin American dishes, contributing a distinctive earthy and slightly nutty flavor. As a globally traded commodity, the cumin industry plays a significant role in the international spice trade, catering to the growing demand for diverse flavors and culinary experiences.

Production process

Cumin seeds are primarily cultivated in regions with warm climates, such as India, Iran, and parts of the Mediterranean. The production process typically involves sowing the cumin seeds, managing the crop through various stages of growth, and finally harvesting the mature seeds. After harvesting, the seeds are typically dried, cleaned, and prepared for export or further processing, ensuring the preservation of their unique aroma and flavor.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the cumin industry include fertile agricultural land, suitable climatic conditions, and access to water resources for irrigation. Additionally, farmers may utilize various agricultural tools, machinery, and pest control methods to ensure a healthy and bountiful cumin crop. The industry also relies on efficient transportation and logistics infrastructure to facilitate the movement of cumin seeds from production areas to global markets.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 090931 is unprocessed cumin seeds, which are then used as a key ingredient in a wide range of culinary applications. These cumin seeds may be further processed, such as being crushed or ground, to produce other spice products covered under related HS codes, such as 090932 Spices; cumin seeds, crushed or ground and 091099 Spices, n.e.c. in chapter 9.

Revisions to 090931

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 090931. The most recent 1 version of this code (090931) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 090931 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions

Family tree for spices; cumin seeds, neither crushed nor ground

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/09'>09: Coffee, tea, mate and spices</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/0909'>0909: Seeds of anise, badian, fennel, coriander, cumin, caraway or juniper</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/090931'>090931: Spices; cumin seeds, neither crushed nor ground</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/090921'>090921: Spices; coriander seeds, neither crushed nor ground</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/090922'>090922: Spices; coriander seeds, crushed or ground</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/090932'>090932: Spices; cumin seeds, crushed or ground</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/090961'>090961: Spices; seeds of anise, badian, caraway or fennel; juniper berries, neither crushed nor ground</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/090962'>090962: Spices; seeds of anise, badian, caraway or fennel; juniper berries, crushed or ground</a>"]

    

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