Peppermint Essential Oil from China
Steam-distilled essential oil from Mentha piperita leaves, rich in menthol, used for therapeutic and confectionery applications. Falls under HTS 3301.25.00 for essential oils of other mints, excluding citrus varieties. Available terpeneless for specific industrial blending.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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
• Include distillation process documentation to distinguish from solvent extracts, maintaining 3301 classification
• Check for pesticide residue compliance with FDA/EU standards, common pitfall for mint oils from major producers like India
• Declare exact menthol content on invoices, as high levels may trigger additional scrutiny for pharmaceutical use