Cornmint Essential Oil from China
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.
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
• Submit supplier certificates confirming Mentha arvensis origin to avoid misclassification as Japanese mint variants
• Document menthol content levels, as high concentrations may prompt scrutiny for flavor vs. essential oil use
• Avoid bulk shipments without proper segregation to prevent contamination with citrus oils