Pepper of the genus Piper — HTS 0904
Pepper of the genus Piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus Capsicum (peppers) or of the genus Pimenta (e.g., allspice)
Chapter 09 › Heading 0904
2026 HTS Rev 19 Synced Rules verified Operational
Written to help non-specialists understand this page. Rates, dates, and legal facts come from the official records above and on the linked source.
HTS heading 0904 is a broad product category for certain pepper and pepper-like spices. It covers pepper of the genus Piper, such as black or white pepper, plus dried, crushed, or ground fruits of the genus Capsicum, such as chili peppers, and of the genus Pimenta, such as allspice.
The 4-digit heading is only the starting point. To reach the correct 8-digit HTSUS subheading, follow the classification breakdown under heading 0904 and identify the product’s botanical type, physical form, and any other distinctions stated in the tariff. The product’s ingredients, processing, and packaging can also matter, so do not choose a code based only on a common trade name.
What to check
- Check the botanical identity: determine whether the product is Piper, Capsicum, or Pimenta.
- Verify the form and processing: distinguish whole fruit from dried, crushed, or ground material as the tariff describes it.
- Review the product specification, ingredient statement, and supplier documents for the exact contents and form.
- Read all subdivisions under heading 0904 and select the 8-digit code whose description matches every stated condition.
- Confirm difficult or mixed-product classifications with a customs broker or an official customs ruling before filing.
HTS heading 0904 summary
Pepper of the genus Piper is a 4-digit product category containing 2 published product-code lines in this snapshot. A heading does not carry one universal duty rate; classification must be narrowed to the line matching the product facts.
How to find your code in this category
A heading is a product category. To get the exact duty, narrow from this 4-digit heading to a sub-category (usually by material), then open the 8-digit code that matches your product.
Open any code in the tables below to see its exact duty rate, a duty calculator (enter your shipment value → estimated duty and landed cost), the rate-change history chart, and the country-by-country breakdown (including Section 301/232 add-on duties).
Why you have to click in: a single category can contain products with very different duties. The rate depends on the specific product — its material and construction — and on the country of origin, and those only get pinned down at the 8-digit code level. That is why this page points you to codes instead of showing one rate for the whole category.
Sub-categories
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 0904.21 | Dried, neither crushed nor ground |
| 0904.22 | Crushed or ground |
Product codes & duty rates
👇 Each row is a specific product code — click a blue code to open its full page with exact duty rates by country, the rate-history chart, and a duty calculator. 👉
| Code | Description | General (MFN) | Special | Column 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0904.11.00 👉 | Neither crushed nor ground | Free | — | Free |
| 0904.12.00.00 👉 | Crushed or ground | Free | — | 2¢/kg |
"Special" shows the free-trade-agreement rate; open a code to see exactly which countries qualify.
Common questions
What products fall under HTS heading 0904?
Pepper of the genus Piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus Capsicum (peppers) or of the genus Pimenta (e.g., allspice). To classify a specific item you must pick the matching sub-category and 8-digit code above; the right choice usually depends on the material and construction of the product.
How do I choose the right code within this category?
Start from the sub-categories (typically divided by material—for example cotton versus man-made fibers), then open the active 8- or 10-digit code that matches the product. When unsure, a licensed customs broker or a CBP binding ruling can confirm the classification.
Reference information only, not customs, legal, or classification advice. Confirm the current code and rate against the official HTS before you import.