Cornmint Essential Oil

Steam-distilled essential oil from cornmint (Mentha arvensis), categorized as 'other mints' under HTS 3301.25.0050 for non-citrus mint varieties. Primarily sourced for menthol production and used in cooling balms and fragrances.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3301.29Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If other non-mint essential oils

Specific mint oils are separated; cornmint fits 'other mints' precisely.

2906.19Lower: 15.5% vs 17.5%

If isolated cyclic alcohols like menthol extracted

Purified terpenic by-products shift to Chapter 29 organic chemicals.

3302.10.50.00Higher: 19.4% vs 17.5%

If for synthetic or isolated mint aromatics mixed

Chapter notes define odoriferous substances for mixtures separately.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Submit supplier certificates confirming Mentha arvensis origin to avoid misclassification as Japanese mint variants

β€’ Document menthol content levels, as high concentrations may prompt scrutiny for flavor vs. essential oil use

β€’ Avoid bulk shipments without proper segregation to prevent contamination with citrus oils