Spices; seeds of anise, badian, caraway or fennel; juniper berries, neither crushed nor ground

HS v2017 Code: 090961

About spices; seeds of anise, badian, caraway or fennel; juniper berries, neither crushed nor ground

HS code 090961 covers a range of spices and seeds that are widely used in various culinary and industrial applications. These products are essential ingredients in many cuisines around the world, contributing unique flavors and aromas to a variety of dishes. The global trade in these spices and seeds is a significant component of the broader agricultural and food processing industries, with demand driven by both consumer preferences and industrial applications.

Production process

The production of the items covered under HS code 090961 typically involves harvesting the seeds, berries, or other plant parts, followed by cleaning, drying, and sorting processes. Depending on the specific product, additional steps such as curing, roasting, or distillation may be employed to enhance the flavor, aroma, or other properties of the final product.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the goods under HS code 090961 are the raw agricultural materials, such as 120991 anise, badian, caraway, or fennel seeds and 080910 juniper berries. Additionally, producers may require specialized equipment for harvesting, drying, and processing the raw materials, as well as packaging and storage facilities to ensure the quality and freshness of the final products.

Production outputs

The outputs of the industry covered by HS code 090961 are the various spices, seeds, and berries that are used in a wide range of applications. These products may be consumed directly as food ingredients or used as inputs in the production of other 210390 food preparations, 330124 essential oils, or 330290 mixtures of odoriferous substances. The outputs of this industry are often further processed or blended with other ingredients to create a diverse range of consumer and industrial products.

Revisions to 090961

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 090961. The most recent 1 version of this code (090961) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 090961 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for spices; seeds of anise, badian, caraway or fennel; juniper berries, neither crushed nor ground

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B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/090961'>090961: Spices; seeds of anise, badian, caraway or fennel; juniper berries, 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/v2017/090931'>090931: Spices; cumin seeds, neither crushed nor ground</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/090932'>090932: Spices; cumin seeds, crushed or 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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