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Clove Leaf Essential Oil

Essential oil steam-distilled from clove tree leaves (Syzygium aromaticum), high in eugenol. HTS 3301.29.51.50 applies to this 'other' non-citrus essential oil. Key ingredient in dental products and spices.

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.

3301.29Same rate: 7.5%

If from clove buds rather than leaves

Clove bud oils sometimes align with other specific non-citrus oils in subheadings.

3302.10.90.00Higher: 20% vs 7.5%

If odoriferous preparations mixed for burning

Burning incense preparations with these oils fall under 3307/3302 per notes.

0910.99.60.00Higher: 9.4% vs 7.5%

If crude clove extracts for food use

Spice extracts without distillation purity classify under Chapter 9.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Disclose eugenol percentage in documentation, as it affects potential toxicity classifications

• Avoid bulk shipping in non-food-grade containers to prevent contamination claims

• Confirm leaf origin vs. bud oil, as bud oils may have separate flavor-specific codes