Spices; cumin seeds, crushed or ground

HS v2017 Code: 090932

About spices; cumin seeds, crushed or ground

HS code 090932 covers the classification of crushed or ground cumin seeds, a widely used spice in various cuisines around the world. Cumin is a key ingredient in many Middle Eastern, South Asian, and Latin American dishes, contributing a distinctive earthy, nutty, and slightly citrusy flavor. As a globally traded commodity, the cumin industry plays a significant role in the international spice trade, with major producers and exporters located in countries such as India, Mexico, and Syria.

Production process

Cumin seeds are typically harvested from the Cuminum cyminum plant, a small annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. After harvesting, the seeds are dried, cleaned, and then either left whole or ground into a fine powder using specialized milling equipment. The grinding process helps to release the essential oils and aromas that give cumin its distinctive flavor profile.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the cumin industry include the cumin plant itself, which requires specific climatic conditions to thrive, as well as processing equipment such as drying facilities, cleaning machines, and grinding mills. Additionally, labor, transportation, and packaging materials are important inputs for the industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 090932 is ground or crushed cumin, which is then used as a spice ingredient in a wide range of food products, including curries, stews, marinades, and various condiments. The output of this industry may also be consumed by other HS codes, such as 210390 Sauces and preparations; mixed condiments and mixed seasonings, 210410 Soups and broths; preparations therefor, and 220900 Vinegar and substitutes for vinegar obtained from acetic acid.

Revisions to 090932

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 090932. The most recent 1 version of this code (090932) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 090932 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions
Older versions

Family tree for spices; cumin seeds, crushed or 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/v2017/090932'>090932: Spices; cumin seeds, crushed or 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/v2017/090931'>090931: Spices; cumin seeds, neither crushed nor 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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