East Indian Lemongrass Oil
Distilled essential oil from Cymbopogon flexuosus (East Indian lemongrass), rich in citral for industrial applications. Falls under HTS 3301.29.51.19 as a lemongrass-specific essential oil, terpenic by-products included if from deterpenation.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If highly purified citral isolate extracted from the oil
Isolated chemical constituents like citral are acyclic alcohols under Chapter 29 chemicals.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide GC-MS analysis confirming >70% citral content typical for lemongrass to validate classification
• Separate terpenic by-products in shipments; they remain under 3301 but require specific declaration
• Avoid mixing with fixed oils, which shifts to concentrates under later subheadings
Related Products under HTS 3301.29.51.19
Pure Lemongrass Essential Oil
Pure lemongrass essential oil (Cymbopogon citratus) extracted via steam distillation, terpeneless or not, used in aromatherapy and perfumery. Classified under HTS 3301.29.51.19 as an essential oil of lemongrass, distinct from citrus oils and other herbal varieties. It is not mixed with other substances or put up for retail perfumery use.
Organic Lemongrass Essential Oil
Certified organic lemongrass essential oil obtained by steam distillation from organically grown Cymbopogon flexuosus leaves. Falls under HTS 3301.29.51.19 due to its lemongrass origin and status as a pure essential oil, not citrus-derived or further processed into resinoids.
Terpeneless Lemongrass Essential Oil
Lemongrass essential oil with terpenes removed through deterpenation, concentrating odoriferous components for high-end perfumery. HTS 3301.29.51.19 covers terpeneless or not versions specifically of lemongrass, excluding mixtures or retail packs.
Steam Distilled Lemongrass Oil
High-purity lemongrass essential oil produced exclusively by steam distillation from fresh leaves, retaining natural terpenes. Classified in HTS 3301.29.51.19 for its lemongrass specificity within non-citrus essential oils.
West Indian Lemongrass Essential Oil
Essential oil from Cymbopogon citratus (West Indian lemongrass) via cold-pressed or distilled methods, used in flavorings. HTS 3301.29.51.19 precisely matches this variety, excluding concretes or absolutes.
Bulk Lemongrass Essential Oil Drums
Industrial-grade lemongrass essential oil packaged in 200L steel drums for manufacturing dilution. HTS 3301.29.51.19 applies to unpackaged or bulk pure oils of lemongrass origin.