Bergamot Essential Oil
Pure bergamot essential oil extracted from the rind of Citrus bergamia fruits via cold pressing or steam distillation. Classified under HTS 3301.19.51.10 as an essential oil of citrus fruit, specifically bergamot, whether terpeneless or not. Used primarily in perfumery, aromatherapy, and flavoring.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If diluted for retail perfumery use
Mixtures of bergamot oil with odoriferous substances for perfume applications fall under heading 3302.
If from non-citrus botanical source
Essential oils not of citrus fruit, like pine or lavender, are classified separately in 3301.29.
If it's a vegetable extract rather than distilled oil
Chapter notes exclude natural oleoresins or extracts of heading 1302 from Chapter 33 coverage.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity and origin certificates to confirm bergamot from Citrus bergamia and avoid reclassification as mixtures
• Provide GC-MS analysis reports proving it's not diluted or mixed with other substances exceeding essential oil definitions
• Label packagings clearly as 'essential oil' to distinguish from retail perfumes under Chapter 33 headings
Related Products under HTS 3301.19.51.10
Terpeneless Bergamot Oil
Terpeneless bergamot essential oil with terpenes removed through deterpenation for higher solubility and reduced phototoxicity. Falls under HTS 3301.19.51.10 explicitly covering terpeneless essential oils of bergamot citrus fruit. Ideal for cosmetics and food flavoring.
Bergamot Absolute
Bergamot absolute obtained through solvent extraction from concretes, yielding a highly concentrated odoriferous substance. Classified in HTS 3301.19.51.10 as absolutes of bergamot essential oils from citrus fruit. Used in high-end perfumery for its rich, floral-citrus profile.
Cold-Pressed Bergamot Oil
Cold-pressed bergamot essential oil mechanically expressed from fresh bergamot peel without heat or solvents. HTS 3301.19.51.10 covers this citrus fruit essential oil in its natural form. Common in aromatherapy for stress relief.
Furocoumarin-Free Bergamot Oil
Bergamot essential oil processed to remove furocoumarins for safe skincare use, retaining core citrus aroma. Still classified under HTS 3301.19.51.10 as modified bergamot essential oil. Popular in cosmetic formulations.
Bergamot Oil Concrete
Bergamot concrete, a waxy semi-solid from initial solvent extraction of peels before alcohol washing. HTS 3301.19.51.10 includes concretes as citrus essential oil derivatives for bergamot. Base material for absolutes in perfumery.
Steam-Distilled Bergamot Oil
Bergamot essential oil obtained via steam distillation of fruit peels, yielding a lighter floral note. Covered by HTS 3301.19.51.10 for all bergamot essential oils regardless of extraction method. Used in soap and candle making.