About HS Code 330125
This HS code covers essential oils derived from various mint species, *excluding* peppermint (Mentha piperita), and includes both terpeneless and non-terpeneless varieties, along with their concretes and absolutes. This category encompasses oils like spearmint, cornmint, and other less common mints, each possessing distinct aromatic and flavor characteristics. These oils are widely traded for use in the food and beverage industry (e.g., chewing gum, confectionery), oral care products, cosmetics, and aromatherapy. Importers typically include flavor and fragrance houses, confectionery manufacturers, personal care product companies, and pharmaceutical firms. Exporters are primarily agricultural processors in mint-growing regions worldwide. Key trade considerations involve the specific mint species, its primary chemical constituents (e.g., carvone for spearmint, menthone for cornmint), purity, and compliance with relevant industry standards.
Products Under This Code
Spearmint essential oil, Cornmint essential oil, Mentha arvensis oil, Mentha spicata oil, Terpeneless spearmint oil, Spearmint concrete, Japanese mint oil, Scotch spearmint oil
Real World Examples
doTERRA Spearmint Essential Oil, Young Living Spearmint Essential Oil, Aura Cacia Spearmint Essential Oil, Givaudan Spearmint Flavor, IFF Cornmint Oil
Common Misclassification
This code is for *other mints* and must be carefully distinguished from peppermint oil (330124), which is classified separately due to its specific botanical origin and chemical profile.
Products Classified Under 3301.25
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, and the USA are significant exporters, while the USA, Germany, and Japan are top importers of other mint essential oils.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 330125?
HS code 330125 covers: Oils, essential; of mints (excluding peppermint), terpeneless or not, including concretes and absolutes. This HS code covers essential oils derived from various mint species, *excluding* peppermint (Mentha piperita), and includes both terpeneless and non-terpeneless varieties, along with their concretes and absolutes. This category encompasses oils like spearmint, cornmint, and other less common mints, each possessing distinct aromatic and flavor characteristics. These oils are widely traded for use in the food and beverage industry (e.g., chewing gum, confectionery), oral care products, cosmetics, and aromatherapy. Importers typically include flavor and fragrance houses, confectionery manufacturers, personal care product companies, and pharmaceutical firms. Exporters are primarily agricultural processors in mint-growing regions worldwide. Key trade considerations involve the specific mint species, its primary chemical constituents (e.g., carvone for spearmint, menthone for cornmint), purity, and compliance with relevant industry standards.
What products fall under HS code 330125?
Spearmint essential oil, Cornmint essential oil, Mentha arvensis oil, Mentha spicata oil, Terpeneless spearmint oil, Spearmint concrete, Japanese mint oil, Scotch spearmint oil
What are common misclassifications for HS code 330125?
This code is for *other mints* and must be carefully distinguished from peppermint oil (330124), which is classified separately due to its specific botanical origin and chemical profile.
How is HS code 330125 structured?
HS code 330125 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 (25) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.