Natural Citronellol from Citronella Oil from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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