High-Menthol Cornmint Essential Oil
High-menthol cornmint essential oil is a rectified oil from Mentha arvensis containing over 80% menthol, used in toothpaste and pharmaceutical applications. It is classified under 3301.25.00 as an essential oil of other mints, with purity verified by chromatography.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the oil is derived from peppermint (Mentha piperita) rather than cornmint
Peppermint oils are classified separately under 3301.24.00.
If the oil is blended with other substances for flavoring preparations
Mixtures of odoriferous substances for food or drink industries fall under heading 33.02.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Keep chromatographic purity documentation handy to prove menthol content above 80%, which may affect duty assessment
• Confirm whether the oil is terpeneless or not, as this can influence classification within the same tariff item
• Check if the product is subject to any sanitary or phytosanitary requirements for pharmaceutical use
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