Citronella Aqueous Distillate from China
Hydrosol or floral water co-produced during citronella steam distillation. Specifically provided for under HTS 3301.29.51.11 including aqueous distillates of citronella essential oils. Mild scent for natural sprays and toners.
Duty Rate — China → United States
7.5%
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)
9903.05.870%Universal product exemption, description-limited (U.S. note 52(c))
Import Tips
• Microbial testing (<100 CFU/ml) mandatory for aqueous products to pass FDA port-of-entry
• pH range 4.0-6.0 typical; extremes trigger cosmetic review
• Preservative declaration if added; natural versions need robust microbial controls