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U.S. imports of mace, neither crushed nor ground (whole) (HS 090821) totaled $245K in July 2026, traded with 5 countries.
Mace, Neither Crushed nor Ground (Whole) imports of $245K in July 2026 ran 143% above the year-to-date monthly average of $101K.
Last updated: July 2026 dataWhole mace — the dried aril surrounding the nutmeg kernel — enters under tariff line 0908210000 and is classified separately from ground mace precisely because processing state determines duty treatment and end-use suitability. Indonesia is the leading supplier, consistent with its dominance across the nutmeg-mace complex, followed by India and Vietnam. Whole mace is preferred by specialty food processors and craft distillers who grind to order, as the intact aril retains volatile oils longer than pre-ground product. FDA admissibility requirements apply, and importers should confirm that shipments meet moisture and aflatoxin standards common to tropical spices.
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12 shipments/mo
Mace and nutmeg originate from the same fruit (Myristica fragrans) but are classified under different HS headings. Nutmeg is the seed kernel (HS 0908.1x), while mace is the dried aril or net-like covering around that kernel (HS 0908.2x). Misidentifying one as the other at entry can result in classification errors and potential penalties; physical examination or laboratory analysis may be requested by CBP if the distinction is unclear.
FDA may detain whole mace shipments found to contain filth, decomposition, or pesticide residues exceeding established tolerances. Aflatoxin contamination is a recurring concern for tropical spices from certain origins. Importers are advised to obtain certificates of analysis from suppliers and to work with a licensed customs broker familiar with FDA import alerts affecting spice categories.
Subheading 5 of 6 in heading 0908
Subheading 090821 · $245K of $6.6M
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0908210000 | Mace, Neither Crushed Nor Ground | $245K | 0.00% | 0.00% |
HSChapter 09
ImportsExports
Imports
$245KYoY · Pro
Exports
$0YoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProFewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade above $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · July 2026
origin
Netherlands and India together supply 74% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
100.0% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 0.00%.