Lavender Essential Oil from China
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.
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)
9903.03.040%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(iii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity and origin certificates to confirm it's a genuine essential oil, not a diluted product which may fall under 3302
• Ensure retail packaging under 20g net weight if applicable for duty-free entry; provide GC-MS analysis for authenticity
• Label with botanical name and extraction method to comply with FDA cosmetic regulations and avoid CBP reclassification