Nutmeg Essential Oil (Steam Distilled) from China

Pure essential oil extracted from nutmeg seeds via steam distillation, retaining its natural terpenes. Classified under HTS 3301.29.51.25 as an essential oil of nutmeg, not from citrus fruits. Used in aromatherapy for its warm, spicy aroma.

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)
9903.03.040%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(iii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify purity and extraction method via GC-MS testing to confirm classification as nutmeg essential oil

Include Certificate of Analysis (CoA) showing origin from Myristica fragrans seeds and terpene content

Avoid misclassification as nutmeg oleoresin, which falls under different subheadings