Citrus Eau de Parfum Base from Japan
Industrial fragrance base blending bergamot, lemon oils, and fixatives in 15% ethanol solution, intended for dilution into eau de parfum products. HTS 3302.90.20 applies as it's an alcoholic mixture of odoriferous substances used as raw material in cosmetics manufacturing, exceeding 10% alcohol. Not suitable for direct retail use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label containers 'For Industrial Use Only' to distinguish from retail perfumes and support 3302 classification
• Document end-use with buyer affidavits if challenged, proving it's not a finished toiletry
• Ensure IFRA compliance certificates for safe handling of sensitizing aromachemicals