0904.21.80.00 - Of the genus Pimenta (including allspice) 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | Free |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category specifically covers dried fruits of the genus Pimenta, commonly known as allspice. Allspice is unique in that it possesses aromatic qualities reminiscent of cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg, hence its name. The goods classified here are the whole, dried berries of the Pimenta dioica tree. They are not to be crushed, ground, or otherwise processed beyond the drying stage.
This classification is distinguished from its sibling category, "Of the genus Capsicum (including cayenne pepper, paprika and red pepper)," by the botanical origin of the fruit. While both are dried fruits used as spices, Capsicum peppers are from the Solanaceae family and are characterized by their varying degrees of heat (capsaicin content), whereas Pimenta fruits are from the Myrtaceae family and offer a warmer, more complex aromatic profile. The key distinguishing factor lies in the genus of the plant from which the spice is derived.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subdivisions under this specific code. Classification decisions at this level hinge on the definitive identification of the fruit as belonging to the genus Pimenta and confirming that it is in a dried state, without having been crushed or ground. If the product is found to be crushed or ground, it would be classified elsewhere.