Clove Stem Essential Oil from China
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.
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%Articles provided for in subdivision (c) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include distillation method and plant part on commercial invoice for CBP verification
• Test for pesticide residues common in clove cultivation; provide residue analysis reports
• Avoid bulk imports without child-resistant packaging if destined for consumer retail