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