HS code for black pepper

HS code

0904.11

US HTS code

0904.11.00

US general duty

Free

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 21 (2026), effective 10/09/2026 · checked 2026-10-28

Whole pepper (not crushed or ground) is 0904.11. Ground pepper is 0904.12.

US tariff lines under 0904.11

US HTS codeDescriptionGeneral duty
0904.11.00Pepper of the genus Piper › Neither crushed nor ground
2 statistical suffixes (10-digit codes)
  • 0904.11.00.20 — Black
  • 0904.11.00.40 — White
Free

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HS 0904.12

Crushed or ground pepper

US duty: Free

Import duty on black pepper by country

Extra duties may apply

The general rate applies to most countries. Imports from some countries also pay additional duties under Chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs on many Chinese goods. Check the current measures for your country of origin before you order.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the HS code for black pepper?
The international HS code for black pepper is 0904.11. Whole pepper (not crushed or ground) is 0904.11. Ground pepper is 0904.12.
Q2What is the US import duty on black pepper?
Under HTS 0904.11.00, the US general duty rate is Free. Goods from some countries pay additional duties on top of this rate.
Q3What is the 10-digit HTS code for black pepper?
The first 8 digits set the duty; the last 2 are statistical and depend on details such as material or who the product is for. The full list of US codes under 0904.11 is in the table above.
Q4Is the HS code the same in every country?
The first 6 digits (0904.11) are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. The digits after that, and the duty rates, are set by each country.

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Classification guidance only, not a binding ruling or customs advice. The right code depends on your product’s exact material, function and construction. For certainty, request a binding ruling from U.S. Customs and Border Protection or ask a licensed customs broker.