Miscellaneous spices from India
India exported $125 million of miscellaneous spices (HS 0910.99) in FY2025-26, down 10% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 0% to 14.8% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 7.5% to 24.8% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 0%China 7.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $125MDown 10.2% on last year
- HS code
- 0910.99Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 7.5 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 8 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0910.99.05.00 | Thyme; bay leaves: Crude or not manufactured | Free | 10% | 20% |
| 0910.99.06.00 | Other: Thyme | 4.8% | 14.8% | 24.8% |
| 0910.99.07.00 | Other: Bay leaves | 3.2% | 3.2% | 10.7% |
| 0910.99.10.00 | Other: Curry | Free | 0% | 7.5% |
| 0910.99.20.00 | Origanum (<i>Lippia spp.</i>): Crude or not manufactured | Free | 0% | 7.5% |
| 0910.99.40.00 | Origanum (<i>Lippia spp.</i>): Other | 3.4% | 3.4% | 10.9% |
| 0910.99.50.00 | Other: Dill | Free | 0% | 7.5% |
| 0910.99.60.00 | Other: Other | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.4% |
Totals include the Section 301 duty on goods from India or China and any Section 232 metals duty. They exclude anti-dumping and countervailing duties and customs fees. Check the current rate before you quote.
India's exports of miscellaneous spices
India's exports to all countries under HS 0910.99, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 0910.99 is 5%, ranging from 0% to 12.5% across tariff lines, from 2021 data. It doesn't include India's GSP preference, so goods from India may pay less. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.9% to 1% of FOB value for exporters. The scheme was notified until 30 September 2026, so check with DGFT whether it's been extended.
- India's export policy
- Free to export, with no licence needed.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on miscellaneous spices from India?
0% to 14.8% on the 8 US tariff lines under HS 0910.99, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 7.5% to 24.8%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for miscellaneous spices?
0910.99, under heading 0910 (Ginger, saffron, turmeric (curcuma), thyme, bay leaves, curry and other spices). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export miscellaneous spices?
Yes. India exported $125 million under HS 0910.99 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.