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Spearmint Essential Oil

Pure spearmint essential oil (Mentha spicata) extracted via steam distillation, terpeneless or not, used in aromatherapy and flavoring. Classified under HTS 3301.25.00 as an essential oil of other mints, distinct from citrus fruit oils. It captures the characteristic minty aroma from mint leaves.

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.

3302.10.10.00Same rate: 17.5%

If mixed with a diluent or carrier for perfumery use

Mixtures of odoriferous substances from 3301 with other substances fall under 3302 as mixtures of essential oils.

1302.19Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If it's a vegetable extract rather than steam-distilled essential oil

Chapter notes exclude natural oleoresins or extracts of heading 1302 from Chapter 33.

3301.29.20.00Higher: 18.6% vs 17.5%

If classified as other essential oils not specifically mint

Mints have dedicated subheadings; misidentification shifts to 'Other' within 3301.29.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify purity and origin certificates to confirm classification as essential oil of mints, avoiding reclassification as extracts under 1302

β€’ Provide GC-MS analysis reports for authentication, as customs may test for adulteration or synthetic content

β€’ Label containers with botanical name (e.g

β€’ Mentha spicata) and extraction method to prevent disputes over 'other mints' scope

Related Products under HTS 3301.25.00

Peppermint Essential Oil

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.

Cornmint Essential Oil

Essential oil from Mentha arvensis (cornmint), primarily sourced from India, high in menthol content via steam distillation. HTS 3301.25.00 covers oils of other mints like cornmint, used in toothpaste and pharma. Terpenic by-products may be included post-deterpenation.

Apple Mint Essential Oil

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Watermint Essential Oil

Essential oil from Mentha aquatica, with fresh aquatic-mint profile, obtained by enfleurage or distillation. HTS 3301.25.00 includes such other mint oils, used in aquatic fragrances and balms. Concentrates in fixed oils also qualify.

Scotch Spearmint Essential Oil

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Japanese Mint Essential Oil

Mentha canadensis essential oil from Japan, menthol-rich like cornmint. HTS 3301.25.00 classifies as other mints essential oils. Used in cooling balms and vapes.