HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3301.12 – Oils, essential; of orange (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes
HS code 3301.12 is the 6-digit subheading for oils, essential, of orange (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes. It is used for sweet orange essential oil, bitter orange essential oil, orange blossom absolute, orange peel oil and terpeneless orange oil.
What HS 3301.12 covers
This HS code specifically covers essential oils derived from oranges, whether they are terpeneless or not, and also includes their concretes and absolutes. These oils are highly valued in international trade for their distinct citrus aroma and flavor profile. They are extensively used in the food and beverage industry for flavoring, in the cosmetic and perfumery sectors for fragrances, and in aromatherapy. Importers typically include flavor and fragrance houses, cosmetic manufacturers, food and beverage producers, and pharmaceutical companies. Exporters are primarily agricultural producers and processors in citrus-growing regions. Key trade considerations involve the oil's origin (e.g., sweet orange, bitter orange), extraction method (e.g., cold-pressed, steam distilled), purity, and compliance with food safety and cosmetic regulations. The quality and concentration of active compounds are crucial for pricing and market acceptance.
- Covers
- Sweet orange essential oil
- Bitter orange essential oil
- Orange blossom absolute
- Orange peel oil
- Terpeneless orange oil
- Orange concrete
- Organic orange essential oil
- Valencia orange oil
- Examples
- doTERRA Wild Orange Essential Oil
- Young Living Orange Essential Oil
- Aura Cacia Orange Sweet Essential Oil
- Givaudan Orange Flavor
- Firmenich Orange Blossom Absolute
Codes often confused with 3301.12
Common mistake. This code can be confused with other citrus essential oils (330113 for lemon, 330119 for other citrus) if the specific fruit origin is not clearly identified, or with synthetic orange flavors (Chapter 29 or 38) if not naturally derived.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 330112, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 330112 in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Brazil $339M 36% of world exports
- 2 United States $188M 20% of world exports
- 3 Italy $86M 9.2% of world exports
World total: $935M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $233M 21% of world imports
- 2 Germany $233M 21% of world imports
- 3 China $85M 7.8% of world imports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 3301.12 2
Brazil splits HS 3301.12 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 3301.12.10 Orange petitgrain essential oilDe petit grain
- 3301.12.90 Other orange essential oilsOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 33.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 3301.12
What is HS code 330112?
HS code 330112 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Oils, essential; of orange (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes. This HS code specifically covers essential oils derived from oranges, whether they are terpeneless or not, and also includes their concretes and absolutes. These oils are highly valued in international trade for their distinct citrus aroma and flavor profile. They are extensively used in the food and beverage industry for flavoring, in the cosmetic and perfumery sectors for fragrances, and in aromatherapy. Importers typically include flavor and fragrance houses, cosmetic manufacturers, food and beverage producers, and pharmaceutical companies. Exporters are primarily agricultural producers and processors in citrus-growing regions. Key trade considerations involve the oil's origin (e.g., sweet orange, bitter orange), extraction method (e.g., cold-pressed, steam distilled), purity, and compliance with food safety and cosmetic regulations. The quality and concentration of active compounds are crucial for pricing and market acceptance.
What products fall under HS code 330112?
Sweet orange essential oil, Bitter orange essential oil, Orange blossom absolute, Orange peel oil, Terpeneless orange oil, Orange concrete, Organic orange essential oil, Valencia orange oil
What are common misclassifications for HS code 330112?
This code can be confused with other citrus essential oils (330113 for lemon, 330119 for other citrus) if the specific fruit origin is not clearly identified, or with synthetic orange flavors (Chapter 29 or 38) if not naturally derived.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 330112?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 330112 in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($339M, 36% of world exports), the United States ($188M) and Italy ($86M). World exports came to about $935M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 330112?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 330112 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($233M, 21% of world imports), Germany ($233M) and China ($85M). World imports came to about $1.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 330112 structured?
HS code 330112 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (33) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 330112?
Brazil splits HS code 330112 into 2 NCM codes: 3301.12.10 (Orange petitgrain essential oil), 3301.12.90 (Other orange essential oils). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.