HS 090812

Nutmeg, Crushed or Ground

U.S. imports of nutmeg, crushed or ground (HS 090812) totaled $1.9M in April 2026, traded with 9 countries.

Last updated: April 2026 data

Reduced to powder or coarse fragments, ground nutmeg is a high-volume spice ingredient for food manufacturers and enters under HTS 0908120000, with FDA prior notice required before arrival. Indonesia and Vietnam lead US supply, reflecting both production scale and the role of Vietnamese processors in re-exporting Indonesian-origin nutmeg in value-added form. Importers sourcing ground nutmeg should confirm country of origin carefully, as processing in a third country does not automatically confer that country's origin for customs purposes.

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Imports

$1.9M

from 9 countries · YTD: $5.3M

Exports: $73K

Deficit of $1.9M (net importer)

Trade balance: deficit of $1.9M (net importer)

YTD: $5.3M imported (April 2026)

54 shipments/month

Top Import Sources

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1INDONESIA$1.3M
70.1%
2

Import Trend (12 months)

Monthly import values over time

Geographic Breakdown

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can nutmeg ground in Vietnam be declared as Vietnamese origin for US customs purposes?

Origin is determined by substantial transformation rules, not merely the country of final processing. Grinding whole nutmeg may not constitute a substantial transformation sufficient to confer Vietnamese origin if the kernel itself was grown and dried in Indonesia. Importers should obtain a binding ruling or consult a licensed customs broker before declaring origin on the entry.

What documentation does FDA typically require for a commercial shipment of ground nutmeg?

FDA requires prior notice of food shipments, and ground spices may be subject to sampling under the agency's spice import program. Shippers should provide accurate product descriptions, country of origin, and manufacturer/shipper details. Shipments from facilities on FDA import alerts may face automatic detention.