Patchouli Incense Cones from Japan
Patchouli Incense Cones are compressed herbal cones with patchouli oil, self-burning to emit an earthy scent for room or ritual use. HTS 3307.41.00.00 covers these as other odoriferous preparations that operate by burning, similar to Agarbatti. Retail-packed in tins for convenience.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm cone composition avoids aqueous essential oil solutions excluded by chapter notes
• Use HS explanatory notes to justify burning function over diffusers in entry summary
• Monitor potassium nitrate content in self-burning cones for safety declarations