Ginger, saffron, tumeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices
HS v2017 Code: 0910
About ginger, saffron, tumeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices
HS code 0910 covers a diverse range of spices that are essential ingredients in cuisines around the world. These spices, including ginger, saffron, turmeric, thyme, bay leaves, and curry, play a vital role in the global food and beverage industry, contributing to the unique flavors and aromas that define many cultural dishes. The trade and production of these spices is a significant part of the international agricultural economy, with a wide range of applications in the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic sectors.
Production process
The production of the spices covered under HS code 0910 typically involves a combination of cultivation, harvesting, and processing techniques. Many of these spices are grown in tropical and subtropical regions, with specific climatic and soil conditions required for optimal growth. Harvesting methods vary depending on the spice, but often involve manual labor to carefully extract the desired parts of the plant, such as the roots, leaves, or flowers. Post-harvest processing, such as drying, grinding, and packaging, is crucial to preserve the spices' quality and ensure they meet international standards for trade.
Production inputs
The production of spices under HS code 0910 requires a range of inputs, including fertile agricultural land, suitable climatic conditions, and a skilled labor force. Specialized farming equipment, such as irrigation systems and harvesting tools, are also necessary. Additionally, the processing of these spices may involve the use of machinery for drying, grinding, and packaging, as well as packaging materials and transportation infrastructure to facilitate their distribution to global markets.
Production outputs
The spices covered under HS code 0910 are primarily used as flavorings and seasonings in a wide variety of food and beverage products. They are commonly used in 1601 Sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood; food preparations based on these products, 1902 (Pasta, whether or not cooked or stuffed (with meat or other substances) or otherwise prepared, such as spaghetti, macaroni, noodles, lasagne, gnocchi, ravioli, cannelloni; couscous, whether or not prepared), and 2103 Sauces and preparations therefor; mixed condiments and mixed seasonings; mustard flour and meal and prepared mustard. These spices may also have applications in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries, as well as in traditional medicine practices.
Family tree for ginger, saffron, tumeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices
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