Turmeric (Curcuma)

Turmeric, derived from the rhizome of Curcuma longa, is classified entirely under tariff line 0910300000 regardless of whether it is whole, sliced, or in powder form — a notable contrast to ginger, which has separate headings for whole versus ground product. India is by far the dominant supplier, accounting for the vast majority of global turmeric production and export, with Fiji and Indonesia also contributing to US import volumes. Demand has grown substantially across food manufacturing, dietary supplement, and natural colorant applications, and FDA's oversight extends to both food and supplement uses; products marketed with structure/function claims may trigger additional FTC and FDA labeling requirements. Importers should be aware that curcumin extract — the active compound isolated from turmeric — classifies differently from whole or ground turmeric.