Cold-Pressed Grapefruit Peel Oil from Mexico
Essential oil obtained by cold-pressing grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) peels, rich in limonene and used in flavorings and cosmetics. Falls under HTS 3301.19.10.00 specifically for grapefruit essential oils, including concretes and absolutes. Not terpeneless, preserving natural terpenes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide GC-MS lab reports confirming grapefruit-specific markers like nootkatone to differentiate from other citrus
• Declare exact extraction method (cold-pressed) on commercial invoice to avoid misclassification as synthetic