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U.S. imports of whole nutmeg (neither crushed nor ground) (HS 090811) totaled $404K in July 2026, traded with 8 countries.
Whole Nutmeg (Neither Crushed nor Ground) imports of $404K in July 2026 ran 124% above the year-to-date monthly average of $180K.
Last updated: July 2026 dataWhole nutmeg — the dried seed of Myristica fragrans — enters under a single 10-digit line (0908110000), with Indonesia the leading US supplier and India a secondary source; Grenada, the only significant Western Hemisphere producer, also appears in the US supply mix. The distinction between whole nutmeg and mace (the dried aril surrounding the seed) is a classification boundary: mace falls under a separate HS heading, so importers of mixed lots should ensure accurate product identification. Nutmeg's essential oil content makes it a dual-use commodity of interest to both food manufacturers and fragrance/flavor houses, and FDA oversight applies to all food-use imports.
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13 shipments/mo
Nutmeg (the seed) and mace (the dried aril or 'blade' surrounding the seed) are classified under different HS headings — nutmeg under 0908 and mace under a separate subheading within the same heading. Importing a mixed lot of nutmeg and mace without accurate product identification can result in misclassification, potential CBP examination, and delays. Importers should ensure that commercial invoices and packing lists clearly identify whether the product is nutmeg, mace, or a mixture, and obtain supplier documentation confirming the plant part.
Importers should obtain a phytosanitary certificate from Indonesia's plant health authority, file FDA Prior Notice before the shipment arrives, and confirm that the exporting facility is registered with FDA. Indonesia is the world's largest nutmeg producer, so supply is generally available, but quality can vary by growing region and harvest season; requesting a certificate of analysis for volatile oil content and moisture is standard practice for food-ingredient buyers. Consult a licensed customs broker for current entry documentation requirements.
HSChapter 09
Subheading 4 of 6 in heading 0908
Subheading 090811 · $404K of $6.6M
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ImportsExports
Imports
$404KYoY · Pro
Exports
$48KYoY · 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.
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 | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0908110000 | Nutmeg, Neither Crushed Nor Ground | $404K | 0.16% | 1.58% | $638 |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0908110000 | Nutmeg, Neither Crushed Nor Ground | $48K |
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 · July 2026
origin
Indonesia and India together supply 96% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
98.4% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 0.16%.