0910.11.00 - Neither crushed nor ground

This HTS category encompasses ginger in its whole or un-processed form. This includes fresh, dried, or otherwise prepared ginger that has not undergone crushing or grinding. The primary classification criterion here is the physical state of the ginger, specifically its intact structure.

This classification distinguishes itself from its sibling category, 0910.12.00.00, which specifically covers ginger that has been crushed or ground. Therefore, any ginger that has been pulverized into a powder or broken down into smaller fragments falls under the "crushed or ground" designation, not this category. The difference hinges on whether the natural cellular structure of the ginger has been significantly altered by mechanical processing.

Within this category, further subdivisions exist to refine the classification based on specific attributes. The subcategories, 0910.11.00.10 for certified organic ginger and 0910.11.00.15 for other ginger, allow for more precise tracking and application of relevant trade regulations and duties. These subdivisions acknowledge the importance of certification and differentiate between general and specialized ginger products.