Native Spearmint Essential Oil from China
Native (unrectified) spearmint essential oil from Mentha spicata, retaining natural terpenes for therapeutic uses. Classified in HTS 3301.25.00.20 for pure spearmint oils other than citrus.
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
• GC reports mandatory to confirm native spearmint profile (high carvone); mismatches cause delays
• For aromatherapy imports, include IFRA compliance if scented; avoid cosmetic labeling