Grapefruit Absolute from Germany
Concentrated absolute extracted from grapefruit flowers or peels via solvent extraction, used in high-end perfumery. HTS 3301.19.10.00 covers absolutes of grapefruit essential oils as per the heading scope. More potent than standard oils with waxy residues removed.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include solvent extraction process details and purity specs in import docs to confirm absolute status
• Test for residual solvents per FDA regs if for cosmetic use; non-compliant shipments face detention
• Avoid retail packing at import to prevent shift to 3307; import in bulk drums