Lavender Essential Oil

Pure essential oil extracted from Lavandula angustifolia flowers via steam distillation, terpeneless or not. Classified under HTS 3301.29.51 as an essential oil other than citrus, specifically in the 'other' subheading for non-citrus floral oils. Used in aromatherapy, perfumery, and cosmetics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

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

3302.10.10.00Higher: 17.5% vs 7.5%

If mixed with synthetic aromatics or diluted for perfumery use

Mixtures of odoriferous substances from 3301 with other aromatics are classified in heading 3302 as synthetic perfume oils.

3301.29.20.00Higher: 18.6% vs 7.5%

If of peppermint, spearmint, or fractional distillation byproducts

Mint-derived essential oils have specific subheadings separate from the general 'other' category.

1302.19Higher: 10% vs 7.5%

If it's a vegetable extract rather than a true essential oil

Chapter notes exclude natural vegetable extracts of heading 1302; classification shifts if not a concentrated volatile oil.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify purity and origin certificates to confirm it's a genuine essential oil, not a diluted product which may fall under 3302

β€’ Ensure retail packaging under 20g net weight if applicable for duty-free entry; provide GC-MS analysis for authenticity

β€’ Label with botanical name and extraction method to comply with FDA cosmetic regulations and avoid CBP reclassification