Natural Citronellol from Citronella Oil from Germany
Distilled natural citronellol extracted from Cymbopogon nardus (citronella) oil, used in 'natural' labeled cosmetics. Qualifies as separate chemically defined compound under HTS 2905.22.5010 despite natural origin, distinguishing from crude essential oils. Purity typically 70-90% with related terpenes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide distillation process documentation proving separation from essential oil matrix
• Include origin certificates for natural product preference programs
• Test for pesticide residues typical in botanical extractions