Sassafras Essential Oil from China
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.
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)
9903.05.870%Universal product exemption, description-limited (U.S. note 52(c))
Import Tips
• 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