Sassafras Essential Oil

Pure essential oil extracted from the root bark of sassafras trees (Sassafras albidum), classified under HTS 3301.29.51.41 due to its specific botanical origin. Used in aromatherapy and as a flavoring agent in limited applications.

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.

3301.29.20.00Higher: 18.6% vs 7.5%

If of peppermint or other mint origins

Mint-derived essential oils fall under a separate subheading regardless of processing.

3302.10.10.00Higher: 17.5% vs 7.5%

If when mixed with fixatives for perfumery use

Mixtures of odoriferous substances with fixatives are classified in heading 3302 as perfume mixtures.

1302.19Higher: 10% vs 7.5%

If processed as vegetable extracts rather than distilled oils

Chapter notes exclude natural oleoresins or extracts of heading 1302 from Chapter 33.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify botanical origin with supplier certificates to confirm sassafras classification and avoid reclassification

Include safety data sheets noting safrole content, as FDA restricts use in food but allows aromatherapy import

Declare exact purity and extraction method to prevent disputes over 'terpeneless' status