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.

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.

3307.41.00.00Higher: 37.4% vs 7.5%

If put up in retail packings as perfume preparations

Chapter notes state retail-suitable preparations from 3301 oils fall under 3307, not pure oils.

3301.29Same rate: 7.5%

If of ylang-ylang or another floral

Floral essential oils like ylang-ylang are in separate subheadings from herbaceous patchouli oils.

3824.99Higher: 15% vs 7.5%

If chemically modified or synthetic duplicate

Prepared binders or synthetic aromachemicals fall outside Chapter 33 essential oils.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include country-of-origin certificate specifying Indonesian patchouli to match common sourcing and avoid scrutiny

Test for ironwood distillation contaminants if lower grade; declare ferric content if present

Package in dark glass to prevent oxidation; customs may inspect for quality degradation

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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.

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.

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.