Bergamot Essential Oil (Terpeneless)
Terpeneless bergamot essential oil is derived from the peel of Citrus bergamia through steam distillation and subsequent deterpenation, removing terpenes for a purer aroma profile. It falls under HTS 3301.19.51.50 as an essential oil of citrus fruit, specifically 'other' non-orange varieties that are neither of current season nor advanced in value. This classification applies to bulk oils used in perfumery and flavoring.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mixed with synthetic aromatics or fixed oils beyond simple concentration
Mixtures of odoriferous substances with other materials fall under heading 3302 as mixtures of Chapter 33 substances, not pure essential oils.
If for non-citrus essential oils like lavender or peppermint
Classification separates by botanical source; non-citrus oils go to 3301.29, while citrus-specific oils are in 3301.19.
If processed as vegetable extracts rather than distilled essential oils
Chapter notes exclude natural oleoresins or extracts of heading 1302; only true distilled essential oils qualify for 3301.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity and terpeneless processing via GC-MS certificates to confirm classification under 3301, avoiding misclassification as perfumery compounds in 3302
• Provide detailed extraction method documentation (e.g
• steam distillation) and citrus origin proof to prevent reclassification as non-essential extracts
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