Mandarin Essential Oil from Japan
Essential oil from Citrus reticulata (mandarin orange) peel, cold-pressed for a sweet citrus note in aromatics. Falls under HTS 3301.19.51.50 as 'other' citrus excluding standard sweet oranges, in bulk for manufacturing. Includes concretes if citrus-derived.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Use HPLC analysis to confirm varietal (reticulata vs sinensis) for correct 'other' citrus placement
• Bulk imports require warehouse bonds for duty deferral; avoid retail packs
• Watch for reclassification if advanced >20% value via blending