Vetiver Essential Oil Perfume from China
A concentrated perfume made from pure vetiver essential oil blended with carrier oils, containing no alcohol. It falls under HTS 3303.00.20.00 as a perfume not containing alcohol, distinct from alcohol-based colognes or toilet waters. Packaged in small retail bottles for personal use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify zero alcohol content via lab testing for classification; ensure INCI labeling lists natural essential oils accurately
• Watch for misdeclaration as cosmetic under 3307 if scented but not primarily perfumery