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HS Heading 0909 : Seeds of anise, badian, fennel, coriander, cumin or caraway; juniper berries

HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION

HS Heading 0909 encompasses seeds of anise, badian, fennel, coriander, cumin or caraway; juniper berries. It classifies 6 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 09 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].

Chapter

Ch 09

Heading

0909

Subheadings

6 HS6

Status

Verified 2026

Subheadings Under Heading 0909

HS Code	WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description	Chapter	Operational Package
0909.21	Seeds of coriander, Neither crushed nor ground	09	View 0909.21 Package →
0909.22	Seeds of coriander, Crushed or ground	09	View 0909.22 Package →
0909.31	Seeds of cumin, Neither crushed nor ground	09	View 0909.31 Package →
0909.32	Seeds of cumin, Crushed or ground	09	View 0909.32 Package →
0909.61	Seeds of anise, badian, caraway or fennel; juniper berries, Neither crushed nor ground	09	View 0909.61 Package →
0909.62	Seeds of anise, badian, caraway or fennel; juniper berries, Crushed or ground	09	View 0909.62 Package →

DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE

How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 0909

Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

USITC HTS Heading 0909 ↗

United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

CBP CROSS Rulings ↗

CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 0909 precedent rulings.

WCO Nomenclature ↗

World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.

U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗

U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.

Heading 0909 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 0909?

HS Heading 0909 covers Seeds of anise, badian, fennel, coriander, cumin or caraway; juniper berries, grouping 6 6-digit WCO subheadings.

How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 0909?

Subheadings under Heading 0909 range from 0909.11 to 0909.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.

What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 0909?

US MFN general duty rates for Heading 0909 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.

Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 0909?

Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).

What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 0909?

Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.

How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 0909?

Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.

Can goods under Heading 0909 enter duty-free under USMCA?

Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 0909?

Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.

What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 0909?

Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.

How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 0909?

Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.