Citral-Rich Lemongrass Oil from China
Lemongrass essential oil selectively distilled for high citral content (>80%), used in synthetic aroma production. Classified under HTS 3301.29.51.19 for lemongrass oils including deterpenation by-products.
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
• Lab reports mandatory for citral percentage; discrepancies lead to audits
• Store below 25°C to prevent oxidation, affecting quality declarations