HS Code 0904: Pepper of the genus piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta

Q: Is HS code 0904 the same in every country?

Yes — HS code 0904 is part of the WCO Harmonized System and is the same in every WCO member country at the 6-digit level. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code under its own system (e.g. HTSUS in the US, CN/TARIC in the EU, HSK in Korea, CCCHS in China) for national tariff rates and trade statistics. To see how a specific country classifies this code, select a country.

Q: Which WCO edition does HS code 0904 belong to, and has it been reclassified?

The Harmonized System is maintained by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and revised approximately every five years. The current edition is HS 2022, which replaced HS 2017 on 1 January 2022. Codes are added, merged, or split between editions to reflect new products and trade patterns, so a code valid in one edition may not exist or may mean something different in another.

Q: How do I find the correct country-specific version of HS code 0904?

Beyond the international 6-digit level, each country adds its own digits — the US extends to 10 digits (HTSUS), the EU to 8 or 10 (CN/TARIC), China to 13 (CCCHS), Korea to 10 (HSK), Japan to 9, and so on. To find the full code used by a specific country, select a country in TradeInt's HS Code Tool and search for 0904.

What is HS Code 0904

HS Code 0904 covers Pepper of the genus piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta. It is a 4-digit heading within Chapter 09 (Coffee, tea, maté and spices), Section II. Its 6-digit subheadings are identical in every HS-adopting country; from the 7th digit onward, each country extends the code for its own tariff and statistics.

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What does HS Code 0904 Pepper of the genus piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta Cover?

Section II

Chapters (06-14) Vegetable products

Chapter 09

Coffee, tea, maté and spices

HS Code 0904

Pepper of the genus piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta

HS Code 090411

Spices; pepper (of the genus piper), neither crushed nor ground

HS Code 090412

Spices; pepper (of the genus piper), crushed or ground

HS Code 090421

Spices; fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, dried, neither crushed nor ground

HS Code 090422

Spices; fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, crushed or ground

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What HS Codes for Coffee, Tea and Spices Do Not Cover

Chapter 09 covers coffee, tea, maté, and spices in raw, dried, or ground form. Goods frequently misclassified here but that belong elsewhere include:

Coffee or tea extracts, essences, and concentrates

heading 2101

Roasted coffee substitutes (chicory)

heading 2101

Capsicum and Pimenta peppers (fresh or chilled)

headings 0709, 0710

Mixed condiments and seasonings

heading 2103

This list highlights common classification errors only — it is not exhaustive. For binding classification, work with a licensed customs broker or qualified trade compliance professional.

Related HS Codes under Pepper HS 0904

HS Code 090411

Spices; pepper (of the genus piper), neither crushed nor ground

HS Code 090412

Spices; pepper (of the genus piper), crushed or ground

HS Code 090421

Spices; fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, dried, neither crushed nor ground

HS Code 090422

Spices; fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, crushed or ground

HS Code 0901

Coffee, whether or not roasted or decaffeinated; husks and skins; coffee substitutes containing coffee in any proportion

Cinnamon and cinnamon-tree flowers

HS Code 0907

Cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 0904?

HS code 0904 covers Pepper of the genus piper; dried or crushed or ground fruits of the genus capsicum or of the genus pimenta, a heading within Chapter 09 (Coffee, tea, maté and spices) of the WCO Harmonized System. Headings sit between the broad chapter level and the more specific 6-digit subheading level.

Is HS code 0904 the same in every country?

Which WCO edition does HS code 0904 belong to, and has it been reclassified?

How do I find the correct country-specific version of HS code 0904?