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Terpeneless Sassafras Essential Oil

Sassafras oil processed to remove terpenes, retaining absolutes and concretes, still under HTS 3301.29.51.41 for origin-specific oils. Ideal for high-end fragrance bases.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree+50.0%50%
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3301.90.10Higher: 23.8% vs 7.5%

If terpenic by-products from the deterpenation process

By-products of deterpenation are separately classified in 3301.90.

3302Higher: 12.5% vs 7.5%

If further formulated into retail cosmetic sprays

Aqueous solutions for retail cosmetic use shift to heading 3302.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Document deterpenation process with lab reports to justify 'terpeneless' but retain 3301 classification

• Declare net weight of active compounds, not carriers, for accurate duty calculation

• Pair with IFRA certificates for safe use limits in final perfumed products