Clove Absolute
Concentrated absolute extracted from clove buds via solvent methods, highly aromatic for high-end perfumery. HTS 3301.29.51.13 includes absolutes as a form of essential oils of clove, other than citrus.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold as synthetic aromatic isolate
Chapter notes limit 3302 to substances of 3301 or synthetic aromatics; absolutes stay in 3301.
If produced by non-distillation extraction methods
Certain concretes and absolutes may classify as oleoresins under Chapter 13 if not fitting 3301 precisely.
If incorporated into personal deodorants
Perfumery preparations for retail use shift to Chapter 33 headings 3303-3307.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify extraction solvent (e.g
• hexane) and alcohol recovery in CoA for safety compliance
• IFRA limits apply; declare usage concentration to avoid cosmetic restrictions
• Import under refrigerated conditions if semisolid to prevent degradation
Related Products under HTS 3301.29.51.13
Clove Bud Essential Oil
Pure essential oil steam-distilled from the buds of the clove tree (Syzygium aromaticum), featuring a spicy, warm aroma used in aromatherapy and perfumery. Classified under HTS 3301.29.51.13 as an essential oil of clove, not from citrus fruits, in its pure terpeneless or not form.
Clove Leaf Essential Oil
Essential oil obtained by steam distillation of clove tree leaves, known for higher eugenol content and use in flavorings and antiseptics. Falls under HTS 3301.29.51.13 as a non-citrus essential oil specifically of clove.
Clove Stem Essential Oil
Steam-distilled oil from clove tree stems, milder in profile than bud oil, utilized in industrial fragrances and natural preservatives. HTS 3301.29.51.13 covers it as essential oil of clove origin, other than citrus.
Organic Clove Essential Oil
Certified organic essential oil from clove buds, produced without synthetic pesticides, for premium aromatherapy and skincare. Classified in HTS 3301.29.51.13 as pure clove essential oil, meeting organic standards but same tariff regardless of certification.
Terpeneless Clove Essential Oil
Clove essential oil with terpenes removed for concentrated odor profile, used in fine fragrances. Covered by HTS 3301.29.51.13 explicitly including terpeneless essential oils of clove.
Clove Resinoid
Resinoid produced by alcohol extraction of clove concretes, viscous base for perfumery fixatives. HTS 3301.29.51.13 encompasses resinoids as part of essential oil classifications for clove.