0907 - Cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems):

This HTS category, 0907, encompasses cloves, which are the dried flower buds of the clove tree (*Syzygium aromaticum*). It includes the whole fruit, the spice commonly referred to as "cloves," and the stems. These are aromatic culinary spices and are also utilized for their medicinal properties and in perfumery.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings within Chapter 9 (Coffee, tea, maté and spices) is crucial. While other Chapter 9 headings cover different types of spices like pepper (0904), cinnamon and other kinds of cassia (0906), or nutmeg, mace and cardamoms (0908), this heading is specifically dedicated to cloves. It is important to note that goods classified under 0907 are distinct from live animals covered in Chapter 1, or any other commodity outside the realm of spices.

Within HTS code 0907, further subdivisions exist to distinguish between the physical form of the cloves. The primary distinction is made between cloves that are neither crushed nor ground (0907.10.00.00) and those that have undergone crushing or grinding (0907.20.00.00). This differentiation is significant for customs purposes, as the processing of the spice can impact its tariff treatment and intended use.