Spices; cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers, other than cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume), neither crushed nor ground

HS code 090619 covers a range of spices, including cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers, that are neither crushed nor ground. These spices are widely used in various culinary and medicinal applications, contributing to the global spice trade. As an essential ingredient in many cuisines, the demand for these spices remains strong, making this industry an important part of the broader agricultural and food processing sectors.

The production of spices under HS code 090619 typically involves harvesting the cinnamon bark or cinnamon-tree flowers, followed by drying and curing processes to preserve the desired flavor and aroma. The harvested materials are then sorted, graded, and packaged for distribution to domestic and international markets.

The main inputs required for the production of spices under HS code 090619 include cinnamon trees or cinnamon-tree flowers, as well as labor, drying and processing equipment, and packaging materials. Farmers and producers in regions known for their cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flower cultivation, such as 090610 Cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers, neither crushed nor ground, are the primary suppliers of the raw materials for this industry.

The primary output of HS code 090619 is whole, unground cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers, which are used as spices in various food and beverage products, as well as in the production of essential oils and other pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications. These spices may be further processed and consumed under other HS codes, such as 090611 Cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers, crushed or ground and 330124 Essential oils of cinnamon, among others.