0904.21 - Dried, neither crushed nor ground:

This HTS classification, 0904.21, specifically covers dried fruits of the genus Capsicum (peppers) or of the genus Pimenta (allspice) that have not been processed beyond drying. This means the fruits are intact and have not undergone any crushing or grinding. The key distinction for this category is the physical form of the product; it must be in its whole, dried state.

This category is differentiated from its sibling, 0904.22, which covers the same types of fruits but specifically those that have been crushed or ground. Therefore, if a product is dried but still in whole form, it falls under 0904.21, whereas if it has been broken down into smaller particles, it would be classified under 0904.22.

The subcategories within 0904.21 further refine the classification based on the botanical genus. The primary subdivision distinguishes between fruits originating from the genus Capsicum (which includes common varieties like cayenne pepper, paprika, and red pepper) and those from the genus Pimenta (commonly known as allspice). This distinction is crucial for customs purposes, allowing for specific tracking and potential tariff rate differentiation based on the type of pepper or allspice.