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U.S. imports of nutmeg, crushed or ground (HS 090812) totaled $1.9M in April 2026, traded with 9 countries.
Nutmeg, Crushed or Ground imports of $1.9M in April 2026 ran 45% above the year-to-date monthly average of $1.3M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataGround nutmeg enters the US under a single 10-digit line (0908120000) and is subject to FDA oversight as an imported food ingredient, requiring compliance with labeling and adulteration standards under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Indonesia dominates supply, reflecting its historic role as the world's largest nutmeg producer, with Vietnam and India serving as secondary sources. The ground form commands attention from food manufacturers and spice blenders who require consistent particle size and moisture content — specifications that differ materially from whole nutmeg and affect shelf life and flavor intensity. Importers should verify country-of-origin documentation carefully, as commingling of origins is a known compliance risk in the ground spice trade.
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Ground nutmeg is regulated as a food under FDA jurisdiction. Shipments may be subject to FDA examination, sampling, and detention if they appear to violate adulteration or labeling requirements. Importers should ensure their foreign suppliers are registered with FDA and that each entry is accompanied by accurate commercial documentation. Consulting a licensed customs broker or FDA-regulated import specialist is advisable for first-time importers.
Yes. The HS schedule distinguishes whole or broken nutmeg (090811) from crushed or ground nutmeg (090812). Ground product that has been reduced to a fine powder falls under 090812, while product that is merely split or cracked but retains recognizable seed structure may be classified differently. When the degree of processing is ambiguous, a binding ruling from CBP is the safest path to correct classification.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0908120000 | NUTMEG, CRUSHED OR GROUND | $1.9M | 10.00% | $928 |
NUTMEG, CRUSHED OR GROUND
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0908120000 | NUTMEG, CRUSHED OR GROUND | $73K |
NUTMEG, CRUSHED OR GROUND
9.0K kg
COFFEE, NOT ROASTED, NOT DECAFFEINATED
HS 090111
COFFEE, ROASTED, NOT DECAFFEINATED
HS 090121
COFFEE, NOT ROASTED, DECAFFEINATED
HS 090112
PEPPER OF GENUS PIPER, NEITHER CRUSHED NOR GROUND
HS 090411
CAPSICUM/PEPPERS, PIMENTA/ALLSPICE, CRUSHED/GROUND
HS 090422
PEPPER OF THE GENUS PIPER, CRUSHED OR GROUND
HS 090412
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland | $1.2M | $5K | -$1.2M |
| Florida | $201K | $7K | -$194K |
| California | $172K | -- | -$172K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BALTIMORE, MD | $1.2M | -- | -$1.2M |
| NEWARK, NJ | $261K | -- | -$261K |
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $146K | -- | -$146K |