U.S. imports of Mace, Neither Crushed nor Ground (Whole) (HS 090821) totaled $79K in August 2026, imported from 5 countries.
Mace, Neither Crushed nor Ground (Whole) imports of $79K in August 2026 ran 20% below the year-to-date monthly average of $98K.
Last updated: August 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 import shipments a month
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 · $79K of $4.4M
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$79KYoY · free account
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12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $1.1M of Mace, Neither Crushed nor Ground (Whole).
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · exports 2 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0908210000 | Mace, Neither Crushed Nor Ground | $79K | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Imports · August 2026
origin
India and Vietnam together supply 100% of it.
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rate provision · imports
100.0% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 0.00% of imports for consumption.