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HS Codes for Dehydrated Onion, Garlic, Ginger and Tomato Powder
By Shantanu Gawli, Mireva Foods ·
The Harmonized System (HS) code decides the import duty and the paperwork your customs broker files. The first six digits are shared internationally; countries add their own digits after that. These are the six-digit headings most commonly used for our products.
Indicative HS codes
| Product | HS code | Heading description |
|---|---|---|
| Dehydrated onion (all grades) | 0712.20 | Dried onions, whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder |
| Dehydrated garlic (all grades) | 0712.90 | Other dried vegetables, whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder |
| Dried ginger, flakes or slices | 0910.11 | Ginger, neither crushed nor ground |
| Ginger powder | 0910.12 | Ginger, crushed or ground |
| Spray-dried tomato powder | 2002.90 | Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar, other |
Things to check with your broker
- National tariff lines: the EU (CN), USA (HTS) and other countries add 2-4 digits after the six-digit code. Your broker will select the exact line.
- Tomato powder: powder made from tomato paste is generally classified under 2002.90, while simply dried tomato pieces may fall under 0712.90.
- Blends: a seasoning mix containing several ingredients is usually classified differently from a single dehydrated vegetable.
- Preferential duty: some markets offer reduced duty on Indian-origin goods with a valid Certificate of Origin.
The codes above are a starting point, not a binding ruling. When in doubt, ask your customs authority for an advance classification ruling.