Pure Peppermint Essential Oil
Pure peppermint (Mentha piperita) essential oil extracted via steam distillation, used in aromatherapy and flavoring. Classified under HTS 3301.24.00.00 as an essential oil of peppermint, whether terpeneless or not. It is sold in small retail bottles for direct consumer use.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mixed with other odoriferous substances and put up for retail perfume use
Mixtures of peppermint oil with other aromatics become perfume oils under heading 3302, not pure essential oils.
If processed as an aqueous solution or extract rather than essential oil
Aqueous distillates of peppermint fall under vegetable extracts in Chapter 13, excluded from Chapter 33.
If formulated into a perfume spray for retail sale
Perfumery preparations containing peppermint oil as a component are classified in 3307, not as the isolated essential oil.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity and origin certificates to confirm Mentha piperita species; ensure proper labeling as 'essential oil' not 'perfume' to avoid reclassification; test for terpene content if claiming terpeneless status
Related Products under HTS 3301.24.00.00
Organic Peppermint Essential Oil
Certified organic essential oil from Mentha piperita, steam-distilled for therapeutic and culinary applications. Falls under HTS 3301.24.00.00 specifically for peppermint essential oils. Packaged in dark glass bottles to preserve potency.
Terpeneless Peppermint Essential Oil
Terpeneless peppermint oil from Mentha piperita, with terpenes removed for higher solubility in flavorings. HTS 3301.24.00.00 covers terpeneless essential oils of peppermint explicitly. Used in pharmaceuticals and confectionery.
Peppermint Absolute Oil
Peppermint absolute from Mentha piperita, obtained via solvent extraction for concentrated perfume use. Classified in HTS 3301.24.00.00 as absolutes of peppermint essential oils. Highly aromatic for high-end fragrances.
Steam-Distilled Peppermint Oil
High-quality steam-distilled essential oil from Mentha piperita leaves, ideal for diffusers and massage. HTS 3301.24.00.00 applies to all forms of peppermint essential oils. Bottled for aromatherapy retail sale.
Peppermint Oil Concrete
Concrete extract of peppermint (Mentha piperita), a waxy semi-solid from enfleurage or solvent methods. Under HTS 3301.24.00.00 as concretes of peppermint essential oils. Used in fine perfumery bases.
Food-Grade Peppermint Essential Oil
Food-grade peppermint oil from Mentha piperita, compliant with FDA standards for flavoring. HTS 3301.24.00.00 for pure essential oils regardless of end use. Packaged for confectionery manufacturers.