Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Market
Coriander seed in Mexico is a dried spice commodity commonly traded under HS heading 0909. Mexico shows an import-dependent profile for coriander seed based on reported imports (e.g., UN Comtrade data via WITS for HS 090920). At the broader HS 0909 group level, Mexico’s recorded international purchases substantially exceed sales in recent trade reporting, indicating net imports for this spice-seed category. Key operational risks for this product-country context are food-safety (notably Salmonella control in spices) and import compliance steps for regulated plant-origin goods.
Market RoleNet importer (import-dependent spice market for coriander seed; domestic production role not confirmed in this record)
Domestic RoleDomestic consumption spice market supplied by imports and domestic packing/processing channels
SeasonalityTypically available year-round in Mexico because coriander seed is traded as a dried, storable spice.
Specification
Physical Attributes- Traded as whole (not crushed/powdered) coriander seed or as crushed/powdered product; HS 0909.20 covers coriander seeds at the 4-digit heading level, with further splits commonly distinguishing uncrushed vs crushed/powdered forms.
Supply Chain
Value Chain- Origin cleaning/drying → sorting/sieving → bagging → sea/land freight to Mexico → SENASICA/OISA entry procedures (as applicable) → importer/wholesaler → domestic spice packing/blending or industrial users
Temperature- Ambient transport typical; keep dry to prevent quality loss (moisture uptake) and pest activity
Shelf Life- Long shelf life when kept dry and protected from pests; quality and acceptability can deteriorate with moisture ingress, foreign-matter contamination, or infestation during storage
Freight IntensityLow
Transport ModeMultimodal
Risks
Food Safety HighSalmonella contamination risk in dried spices can trigger detention actions in major importing markets; a single positive finding can stop shipments from a firm and create extended commercial disruption for coriander seed supply chains linked to Mexico (including Mexican packers/re-exporters).Require validated supplier food-safety controls (hazard analysis, preventive controls), conduct pre-shipment microbiological verification when risk-based, and maintain strict segregation/cleanliness to prevent post-treatment recontamination.
Regulatory Compliance MediumImport clearance delays or holds can occur if the importer does not correctly align product/type/use/origin with SENASICA’s phytosanitary requirements module or if required steps for the Certificado Fitosanitario para Importación are incomplete.Run a pre-shipment compliance check against SENASICA’s requirements module and prepare a complete documentary pack aligned to the declared use and origin.
Quality MediumMoisture ingress or pest infestation during storage/transport can cause quality deterioration and potential rejection by buyers (e.g., off-odors, foreign matter, infestation evidence).Use moisture-barrier packaging where appropriate, control warehouse humidity, and implement pest management and incoming/outgoing inspection protocols.
FAQ
Is Mexico mainly an importer or exporter of coriander seed?Based on UN Comtrade data via WITS for HS 090920, Mexico imported coriander seed in 2019, with multiple foreign suppliers (including Argentina and the United States). At the broader HS 0909 spice-seed group level, Data México reports far higher international purchases than sales in 2024, which is consistent with a net-import profile for this category.
What is the single biggest trade-stopping risk for coriander seed linked to Mexico supply chains?Food-safety non-compliance—especially Salmonella contamination in dried spices—can stop shipments and lead to detention actions in major importing markets. This is why preventive controls, sanitation, and risk-based microbiological verification are critical for coriander seed lots that are packed, blended, or re-exported through Mexico.
Which Mexican authority sets phytosanitary import requirements for plant-origin goods like coriander seed?SENASICA is responsible for establishing phytosanitary import requirements for regulated plant-origin goods and provides access to these requirements through its Phytosanitary Requirements Module. Where applicable, SENASICA also issues the Certificado Fitosanitario para Importación after requirements are met.