Watermint Essential Oil from Japan
Essential oil derived from watermint (Mentha aquatica) through steam distillation, falling under 'other mints' in HTS 3301.25.0050 as a non-citrus, terpeneless-or-not mint oil. Commonly used in natural insect repellents and therapeutic blends.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include botanical identification and distillation method documentation to distinguish from major mints like peppermint
• Check for terpene content; high deterpenation may shift to related by-products but remains in this subheading
• Label accurately to prevent confusion with perfumed preparations under 3307