HS Code 3301
Essential Oils and Resinoids
HS code 3301 covers essential oils, resinoids, and extracted oleoresins used in perfumery, food, and cosmetic industries for their aroma and flavour properties.
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HS Code 3301 — Essential Oils and Resinoids
This code covers concentrated aromatic extracts from plants, known as essential oils, resinoids, and oleoresins. These are highly potent liquids used as the aromatic base for perfumes, food flavourings, and aromatherapy products.
What's included
- Essential oils (lavender, lemon, peppermint)
- Resinoids
- Extracted oleoresins
- Aromatic aqueous distillates
- Terpenic by-products
What's excluded
- Vanilla oleoresin → use
3302(If used as a mixture of odoriferous substances for industry rather than a pure extract.)
Common examples
- Pure lavender essential oil
- Cold-pressed orange oil
- Frankincense resinoid
- Rose absolute
- Peppermint oil concentrate
Frequently asked questions
Is synthetic fragrance oil classified here?
No, 3301 is strictly for natural plant-derived oils. Synthetic mixtures fall under 3302.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0%
- Documentation: Phytosanitary certificates may be required for certain plant-origin extracts.
- Typical shipping mode: Air
- Top exporters: India, France, Brazil
- Top importers: United States, France, Germany
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Key takeaway
Focuses on pure natural extracts; essential for fragrance and food manufacturing supply chains.
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