0909.62.00.00 - Crushed or ground

This HTS category, 0909.62.00.00, specifically covers seeds of anise, badian, coriander, cumin, caraway, and juniper berries that have been physically processed by crushing or grinding. This processing alters the physical form of the whole seeds, typically to release their aromatic oils or to facilitate their use in culinary or other applications. Examples include ground coriander for spice blends, crushed cumin seeds for marinades, or ground anise for baking.

It is crucial to distinguish this category from its sibling, 0909.61.00.00, which pertains to the same types of seeds but in their *unprocessed*, neither crushed nor ground state. The key differentiator is the physical transformation; if the seeds are intact and whole, even if previously dried or cleaned, they fall under the "neither crushed nor ground" category. Conversely, any reduction in particle size through crushing or grinding places them within this classification.

As a leaf node, this category does not have further subcategories. Therefore, classification decisions within this code will primarily rely on the accurate identification of the specific seed type (anise, badian, coriander, cumin, caraway, or juniper berries) and the confirmation that it has undergone crushing or grinding. The intended use or final product for which these ground seeds are destined is generally not a primary classification factor at this level, but rather the physical state of the commodity itself.