Spearmint Essential Oil from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• 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