Spices; pepper (of the genus piper), crushed or ground

HS v2022 Code: 090412

About spices; pepper (of the genus piper), crushed or ground

HS code 090412 covers the import and export of crushed or ground pepper, which is a widely used spice derived from the fruit of various pepper plant species. Pepper is one of the most commonly traded spices globally, with a long history of use in culinary and medicinal applications. As a key ingredient in many cuisines around the world, the pepper industry plays an important role in the global food and flavor trade.

Production process

The production of crushed or ground pepper involves harvesting the peppercorns, drying them, and then grinding or crushing them into a fine powder. Peppercorns are typically dried in the sun or using mechanical dryers to reduce their moisture content. The dried peppercorns are then processed through grinding machines or spice mills to produce the desired particle size and consistency of the final ground pepper product.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the production of crushed or ground pepper are the raw peppercorns, which are typically sourced from pepper-producing regions around the world. Specialized machinery, such as grinders and mills, are also required to process the dried peppercorns into the final ground pepper product. Packaging materials, such as bags or containers, are also necessary to store and transport the ground pepper.

Production outputs

The main output of HS code 090412 is ground or crushed pepper, which is widely used as a seasoning and flavoring agent in various food products. The ground pepper may be further processed or blended with other spices to create specialized spice mixes or seasonings. The output of this industry may be consumed by a wide range of industries, including 1604 Prepared Foods, 2103 Condiments and Seasonings, and 2104 Soups and Broths.

Revisions to 090412

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 090412. The most recent 1 version of this code (090412) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 090412.

Family tree for spices; pepper (of the genus piper), crushed or ground

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    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>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/090412'>090412: Spices; pepper (of the genus piper), crushed or ground</a>"]

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

    

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