U.S. imports of Crushed or Ground Cardamom (HS 090832) totaled $636K in August 2026, imported from 19 countries.
Crushed or Ground Cardamom imports of $636K in August 2026 ran 38% below the year-to-date monthly average of $1.0M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataGround and crushed cardamom enters US commerce as a value-added spice form, subject to FDA oversight for labeling, adulteration, and filth standards under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Guatemala dominates supply, reflecting that country's position as the world's largest cardamom producer, with India and Honduras providing meaningful secondary volumes. The single US tariff line (0908320000) covers all crushed or ground cardamom without grade distinction, making origin documentation and moisture/volatile-oil specifications the primary classification and quality concerns for importers. Buyers sourcing from multiple origins should verify that country-of-origin labeling and FDA prior notice requirements are met for each shipment.
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21 import shipments a month
Whole cardamom pods and unground seeds fall under HS 090831, while crushed or ground cardamom is classified under HS 090832 (US tariff line 0908320000). The processing state — not the botanical variety — determines which heading applies, so importers must confirm the physical form at the time of entry.
Ground cardamom is regulated as a food ingredient by FDA. Importers must submit prior notice before arrival, and shipments are subject to examination for adulteration, filth, and labeling compliance. Facilities producing the spice abroad must be registered with FDA. Consulting a licensed customs broker or regulatory specialist is advisable given the complexity of food admissibility rules.
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Imports
$636KYoY · free account
Exports
$34KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $10.8M of Crushed or Ground Cardamom and exported $641K.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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Subheading 3 of 6 in heading 0908
Subheading 090832 · $636K of $4.4M
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0908320000 | Cardamoms, Crushed or Ground | $636K | 0.00% | 0.00% |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0908320000 | Cardamoms, Crushed or Ground | $34K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Imports · August 2026
origin
Guatemala and India together supply 99% of it.
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entry
rate provision · imports
100.0% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 0.00% of imports for consumption.