Import duty on black pepper in the EU

HS code

0904.11

EU CN code

0904 11 00

EU import duty

0%

Source: EU Common Customs Tariff (TARIC), via the UK Trade Tariff service for Northern Ireland · checked 2026-10-31

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

EU CN codes under 0904.11

EU CN codeDescriptionImport duty
0904 11 00Black pepper (piper); Other
2 full 10-digit codes
  • 0904 11 00 10 — Black pepper (piper)
  • 0904 11 00 90 — Other
0%

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HS 0904.12

Crushed or ground pepper

EU duty: 4%

Import duty on black pepper by country

Import into the US

Free

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Import into the UK

0%

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Import into the EU

0%

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How EU import charges work

The duty shown is the standard rate for goods from countries without a trade deal. Goods from a country with a EU trade agreement may pay less, or nothing, if they meet the rules of origin. A few products from certain countries also pay anti-dumping duties. Import VAT is set by each EU country (from 17% to 27%) and charged on the customs value plus shipping, insurance and duty.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the EU CN code for black pepper?
0904 11 00. It starts with the international HS code 0904.11, which is the same in every country.
Q2What is the import duty on black pepper in the EU?
The standard EU duty under 0904 11 00 is 0%. Goods from countries with a trade agreement may pay less if they meet the rules of origin.
Q3Do I pay VAT on imported black pepper?
Yes. Import VAT is set by each EU country (from 17% to 27%) and charged on the customs value plus shipping, insurance and duty.
Q4Is the EU code the same as the US HTS code?
Only the first 6 digits (0904.11) are the same. The US adds its own digits and rates: see the US HTS code for black pepper.

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