Yes — the US tariff schedule specifically provides for mixes of mashed or macerated hot red pepper and salt under 0904227300, keeping such products within Chapter 9 rather than reclassifying them as prepared condiments under Chapter 21. The key condition is that the mixture consists of Capsicum pepper and salt without other significant additives; additional ingredients such as vinegar or garlic could shift classification to a prepared sauce heading.

The same FDA food facility registration, Prior Notice, and food safety requirements apply to ground spices as to whole dried spices. However, ground products present a higher microbial surface-area risk, and FDA's import alert history for ground spices includes Salmonella and filth findings. Importers of ground Capsicum products should ensure foreign suppliers have documented pathogen reduction controls. Consult a licensed customs broker or food regulatory counsel for current admissibility status.