Spearmint Essential Oil
Pure spearmint essential oil (Mentha spicata) extracted via steam distillation, terpeneless or not, used in aromatherapy and flavoring. Classified under HTS 3301.25.00.20 as an essential oil of spearmint, distinct from citrus oils or other mints like peppermint.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If derived from peppermint (Mentha piperita)
Peppermint oils fall under separate subheading 3301.24 within 'other mints'; botanical species determines classification.
If formulated as a retail food flavor mixture
Mixtures with odoriferous substances for food use shift to Chapter 33 heading 3302, per notes excluding unmixed essential oils.
If processed as vegetable extract or oleoresin
Chapter notes exclude natural oleoresins or extracts of heading 1302 from Chapter 33 coverage.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain Certificate of Origin and GC-MS analysis verifying spearmint (Mentha spicata) content to avoid reclassification as peppermint
• Ensure packaging meets retail sale requirements if not bulk; declare purity percentage accurately to prevent undervaluation penalties
Related Products under HTS 3301.25.00.20
Native Spearmint Essential Oil
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.
Rectified Spearmint Oil
Rectified spearmint essential oil, distilled to purify Mentha spicata volatiles for flavor industry. HTS 3301.25.00.20 covers all forms including rectified spearmint oils.
Spearmint Oil Oleoresin Concentrate
Concentrated spearmint oleoresin from Mentha spicata, extracted for potent flavoring in food products. Included under HTS 3301.25.00.20 as extracted oleoresins of spearmint.
Spearmint Resinoid
Spearmint resinoid, alcohol-soluble extract from Mentha spicata for perfumery fixatives. HTS 3301.25.00.20 includes resinoids of spearmint oils.
Enfleurage Spearmint Pomade
Spearmint pomade via enfleurage maceration of Mentha spicata in fat, traditional perfume base. Covered by HTS 3301.25.00.20 concentrates by enfleurage.
Spearmint Terpenic By-Product
Terpenic by-products from spearmint oil deterpenation, used in solvents. HTS 3301.25.00.20 includes such deterpenation products.