Sri Lankan Citronella Oil from China

High-cineole citronella essential oil produced in Sri Lanka from Cymbopogon nardus. HTS 3301.29.51.11 covers essential oils of citronella as 'other' non-citrus oils not otherwise specified. Known for superior mosquito-repelling efficacy due to citronellal content.

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)
9903.03.040%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(iii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Country of origin certificates are crucial for Sri Lankan oil to confirm authenticity and support GSP duty reductions if eligible

Gas chromatography reports proving citronellal >30% help validate as true citronella vs. synthetic substitutes

Pack in dark glass to prevent oxidation; improper storage can lead to quality-based detention