Pepper of the genus piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta

HS v2022 Code: 0904

About pepper of the genus piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta

HS code 0904 covers a diverse range of spices and seasonings that are essential ingredients in cuisines around the world. This category includes peppercorns from the Piper genus, as well as dried, crushed, or ground fruits from the Capsicum and Pimenta genera, commonly known as chili peppers and allspice, respectively. These products play a vital role in the global food and flavor industry, contributing to the unique tastes and aromas that define regional culinary traditions.

Production process

The production of goods under HS code 0904 involves several key steps. Peppercorns are typically harvested from the Piper plant, dried, and then processed through various methods such as crushing or grinding to produce different pepper products. Chili peppers and allspice are also harvested, dried, and then crushed or ground to create a wide range of spice powders and seasonings. The specific techniques used can vary depending on the type of pepper or spice and the desired final product.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of goods under HS code 0904 include the raw agricultural products, such as peppercorns, chili peppers, and allspice. Additionally, specialized equipment like drying facilities, grinding machines, and packaging materials are necessary to process and prepare these spices for distribution. Labor, energy, and transportation resources are also important inputs in this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 0904 are various types of pepper, chili, and allspice products, including whole peppercorns, ground pepper, chili powder, paprika, and allspice powder. These outputs are then consumed by a wide range of industries, including 1604 Prepared foods, 2103 Condiments and seasonings, and 2104 Soups and broths, as well as by individual consumers for home cooking and seasoning.

Family tree for pepper of the genus piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/09'>09: Coffee, tea, mate and spices</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0904'>0904: Pepper of the genus piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0901'>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/v2022/0902'>0902: Tea</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0903'>0903: Mate</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0905'>0905: Vanilla</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0906'>0906: Cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0907'>0907: Cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems)</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0908'>0908: Nutmeg, mace and cardamoms</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0909'>0909: Seeds of anise, badian, fennel, coriander, cumin, caraway or juniper</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0910'>0910: Ginger, saffron, tumeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices</a>"]

    B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/090411'>090411: Spices; pepper (of the genus piper), neither crushed nor ground</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/090412'>090412: Spices; pepper (of the genus piper), crushed or ground</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/090421'>090421: Spices; fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, dried, neither crushed nor ground</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/090422'>090422: Spices; fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, crushed or ground</a>"]


    %% Color coordination by level

    classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px
    classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px



  %% Apply classes
  class A level2
class B level4
class C level4
class D level4
class E level4
class F level4
class G level4
class H level4
class I level4
class J level4
class K level4
class L level6
class M level6
class N level6
class O level6

  class B highlight

  %% class A level1
  %% class B,C level2
  %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2
  %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3
  %% class B highlight