Persian Lime Essential Oil from China
High-quality essential oil from Persian lime (Citrus latifolia), cold-pressed for therapeutic aromatherapy use. Classified in HTS 3301.19.51.20 as other lime essential oils. Known for uplifting scent in diffusers and massage blends.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide botanical name (Citrus latifolia) in documentation to confirm Persian lime species
• Avoid 'food flavor' claims unless GRAS certified to prevent FDA scrutiny
• Store in dark glass to prevent oxidation; declare properly to match invoice