Pure Patchouli Essential Oil
Pure patchouli essential oil extracted from Pogostemon cablin leaves through steam distillation, retaining its natural terpenes. Classified under HTS 3301.29.51.29 as an essential oil of patchouli, other than citrus fruit oils. Used primarily in aromatherapy and perfumery for its earthy, musky scent.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mixed with other odoriferous substances for perfumery use
Mixtures of odoriferous substances from 3301 like patchouli become synthetic perfumery compounds under heading 3302.
If it's a vegetable extract rather than distilled essential oil
Chapter notes exclude natural oleoresins or extracts of heading 1302 from Chapter 33; applies to non-distilled patchouli extracts.
If of peppermint, spearmint, or another non-patchouli herb
Specific subheadings differentiate by plant source; peppermint/spearmint oils fall under separate provisions within 3301.29.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify origin certificate to confirm patchouli source (Pogostemon cablin) and distillation method for Chapter 33 eligibility
• Provide GC-MS lab analysis if requested by customs to prove it's genuine patchouli oil, not a synthetic or blend
• Avoid declaring as 'perfume compound' to prevent shift to 3302.00; ensure packing exceeds retail thresholds if blended
Related Products under HTS 3301.29.51.29
Organic Patchouli Essential Oil
Certified organic patchouli essential oil, steam-distilled from wild-crafted Pogostemon cablin in Indonesia or Madagascar. Falls under HTS 3301.29.51.29 due to its pure essential oil status from patchouli, not citrus. Popular in natural cosmetics and holistic wellness products.
Steam-Distilled Indonesian Patchouli Oil
High-quality steam-distilled patchouli essential oil sourced from Java, Indonesia, known for its rich, dark aroma profile. HTS 3301.29.51.29 applies as a non-citrus essential oil specifically of patchouli. Ideal for incense, soaps, and diffuser blends.
Patchouli Resinoid Extract
Patchouli resinoid produced by alcohol extraction and evaporation from patchouli concrete, used as a fixative in fragrances. Classified under HTS 3301.29.51.29 as a resinoid from patchouli essential oil processes. Not excluded by Chapter 33 notes on natural oleoresins.
Dark Aged Patchouli Essential Oil
Dark aged patchouli oil, fermented post-distillation for deeper, smoother notes, from Indian or Madagascan patchouli. HTS 3301.29.51.29 covers this as essential oil of patchouli, whether terpeneless or not. Favored in niche perfumery.
Patchouli Concrete
Patchouli concrete, the waxy solvent extract from patchouli leaves before alcohol washing to absolute. Included in HTS 3301.29.51.29 as concretes of patchouli essential oils. Base material for further perfume extractions.
Iron-Free Patchouli Oil
Iron-free patchouli essential oil, molecularly distilled to remove iron impurities for sensitive skin applications. Still classified under HTS 3301.29.51.29 as patchouli essential oil. Used in cosmetics and therapeutics.