Cold-Pressed Lime Essential Oil from China
Pure essential oil extracted from lime fruit peels via cold-pressing, retaining natural terpenes and citrus aroma. Classified under HTS 3301.19.51.20 as an essential oil of citrus fruit specifically lime, not terpeneless. Used in aromatherapy, perfumery, and flavoring.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Verify origin and extraction method (cold-pressed vs distilled) via Certificate of Analysis to confirm classification as lime essential oil
• Ensure packaging meets retail sale requirements if under 3301; bulk shipments may require different documentation
• Check for pesticide residues common in citrus oils; provide lab tests to avoid customs holds