Organic Bulgarian Geranium Essential Oil

Steam-distilled essential oil from organic Pelargonium graveolens grown in Bulgaria, known for high citronellol content. Falls under HTS 3301.29.51.16 specifically for geranium essential oils, not citrus-derived. Ideal for therapeutic blends and high-end fragrances.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3301.29Same rate: 7.5%

If not specifically of geranium but another non-citrus floral like lavender

Geranium has its own precise subheading; other essential oils default to the residual 3301.29.9000.

3307.41.00.00Higher: 37.4% vs 7.5%

If diluted in a carrier oil for direct retail as a perfume preparation

Preparations like rollerball perfumes containing geranium oil shift to Chapter 33 perfumes under 3307.

1516.20Higher: 17.7% vs 7.5%

If presented as a concentrate in fixed vegetable oils

Essential oil concentrates in fats or fixed oils are classified under Chapter 15 for vegetable oils.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide organic certification (e.g

USDA or EU Organic) and country-of-origin docs to qualify for potential preferential duties

Label with full botanical name and distillation method to comply with FDA cosmetic ingredient rules if repackaged

Avoid bulk shipments without child-resistant packaging if destined for retail; pitfalls include IFRA compliance violations

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