HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3301.24 – Oils, essential; of peppermint (Mentha piperita), terpeneless or not, including concretes and absolutes
HS code 3301.24 is the 6-digit subheading for oils, essential, of peppermint (Mentha piperita), terpeneless or not, including concretes and absolutes. It is used for peppermint essential oil, terpeneless peppermint oil, mentha piperita oil, organic peppermint oil and peppermint concrete.
What HS 3301.24 covers
This HS code specifically covers essential oils derived from peppermint (Mentha piperita), including both terpeneless and non-terpeneless varieties, as well as their concretes and absolutes. Peppermint oil is a globally traded commodity, highly prized for its strong, fresh, and minty aroma and flavor, primarily due to its high menthol content. It is extensively used in the food and beverage industry (e.g., confectionery, chewing gum), oral care products (e.g., toothpaste, mouthwash), pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and aromatherapy. Importers typically include flavor and fragrance houses, confectionery manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and personal care product producers. Exporters are predominantly agricultural processors in regions known for peppermint cultivation. Key trade considerations involve the oil's menthol content, purity, and compliance with food safety and pharmaceutical standards. The quality and sensory profile are critical for its diverse applications.
- Covers
- Peppermint essential oil
- Terpeneless peppermint oil
- Mentha piperita oil
- Organic peppermint oil
- Peppermint concrete
- Peppermint absolute
- Rectified peppermint oil
- Indian peppermint oil
- Examples
- doTERRA Peppermint Essential Oil
- Young Living Peppermint Essential Oil
- Aura Cacia Peppermint Essential Oil
- Wrigley's Peppermint Flavor
- Colgate Peppermint Extract
Codes often confused with 3301.24
Common mistake. This code is specifically for *Mentha piperita* (peppermint) and should not be confused with other mint oils (330125), which have different chemical compositions and sensory profiles.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 330124, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 330124 in UN Comtrade data was India, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% 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 India $60M 36% of world exports
- 2 United States $55M 33% of world exports
- 3 Germany $11M 6.8% of world exports
World total: $165M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $20M 12% of world imports
- 2 Germany $16M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 China $14M 8.3% of world imports
World total: $168M 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 code for 3301.24
Brazil does not split HS 3301.24: its NCM code is 3301.24.00.
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 3301.24
What is HS code 330124?
HS code 330124 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Oils, essential; of peppermint (Mentha piperita), terpeneless or not, including concretes and absolutes. This HS code specifically covers essential oils derived from peppermint (Mentha piperita), including both terpeneless and non-terpeneless varieties, as well as their concretes and absolutes. Peppermint oil is a globally traded commodity, highly prized for its strong, fresh, and minty aroma and flavor, primarily due to its high menthol content. It is extensively used in the food and beverage industry (e.g., confectionery, chewing gum), oral care products (e.g., toothpaste, mouthwash), pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and aromatherapy. Importers typically include flavor and fragrance houses, confectionery manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and personal care product producers. Exporters are predominantly agricultural processors in regions known for peppermint cultivation. Key trade considerations involve the oil's menthol content, purity, and compliance with food safety and pharmaceutical standards. The quality and sensory profile are critical for its diverse applications.
What products fall under HS code 330124?
Peppermint essential oil, Terpeneless peppermint oil, Mentha piperita oil, Organic peppermint oil, Peppermint concrete, Peppermint absolute, Rectified peppermint oil, Indian peppermint oil
What are common misclassifications for HS code 330124?
This code is specifically for *Mentha piperita* (peppermint) and should not be confused with other mint oils (330125), which have different chemical compositions and sensory profiles.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 330124?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 330124 in UN Comtrade data were India ($60M, 36% of world exports), the United States ($55M) and Germany ($11M). World exports came to about $165M, 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 330124?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 330124 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($20M, 12% of world imports), Germany ($16M) and China ($14M). World imports came to about $168M, 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 330124 structured?
HS code 330124 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 (24) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 330124?
In Brazil, HS code 330124 is NCM 3301.24.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.