HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 3301.29 – Oils, essential; n.e.c. in heading no. 3301 (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes

HS code 3301.29 is the 6-digit subheading for oils, essential, n.e.c. in heading no. 3301 (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes. It is used for jasmine absolute, tuberose concrete, neroli essential oil, ylang-ylang essential oil and vetiver essential oil.

What HS 3301.29 covers

This category covers essential oils not elsewhere specified in heading 3301, including concretes and absolutes, whether terpeneless or not. This is a diverse group encompassing a wide array of natural aromatic compounds extracted from various plants, used extensively across multiple industries. Importers are primarily manufacturers in the perfumery, cosmetics, food and beverage (flavorings), aromatherapy, and pharmaceutical sectors, seeking specific aromatic profiles or active compounds. Exporters are typically agricultural producers and specialized extraction companies located in regions rich in the specific botanicals required. The trade is influenced by agricultural yields, climate conditions, and the purity and quality of the extraction process. Key considerations include ensuring authenticity, preventing adulteration, and adhering to international standards for natural ingredients. Sustainability and ethical sourcing practices are increasingly important factors for both buyers and sellers in this market.

Covers
  • Jasmine absolute
  • Tuberose concrete
  • Neroli essential oil
  • Ylang-ylang essential oil
  • Vetiver essential oil
  • Patchouli essential oil
  • Sandalwood essential oil
  • Rose absolute
Examples
  • Givaudan Essential Oils
  • Firmenich Absolutes
  • Robertet Group Essential Oils
  • Symrise Essential Oils
  • IFF Essential Oils

Codes often confused with 3301.29

Common mistake. This code can be confused with other specific essential oils within 3301 (e.g., 330112 for orange essential oil) if the specific botanical source is not clearly defined. It's also distinct from synthetic perfumery or flavoring substances in 3302.

33.01Oils; essential (concretes, absolutes); concentrates thereof in fats, fixed oils, waxes or the like (obtained by enfleurage or maceration); aqueous distillates, solutions and terpenic by-products thereof; resinoids; extracted oleoresins3301.12Oils, essential; of orange (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes33.02Odoriferous substances and mixtures (including alcoholic solutions) with a basis of one or more of these substances, of a kind used as raw materials in industry; other preparations based on odoriferous substances, of a kind used for beverage manufacture

Top exporters and importers of HS code 330129, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 330129 in UN Comtrade data was France, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 14% 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. 1 France $447M
  2. 2 China $235M
  3. 3 United States $231M

World total: $2.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 France $394M
  2. 2 United States $385M
  3. 3 India $172M

World total: $2.7B 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 3301.29 12

Brazil splits HS 3301.29 into 12 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

  1. 3301.29.1 Of citronella; of cedar; of guaiacwood (Bulnesia sarmientoi); of lemongrass; of rosewood; of palmarosa; of coriander; of cabreuva; of eucalyptusDe citronela; de cedro; de pau-santo (Bulnesia sarmientoi); de lemongrass; de pau-rosa; de palma rosa; de coriandro; de cabreúva; de eucalipto Group
  2. 3301.29.11 Citronella essential oilDe citronela
  3. 3301.29.12 Cedar essential oilDe cedro
  4. 3301.29.13 Guaiacwood essential oilDe pau-santo (Bulnesia sarmientoi)
  5. 3301.29.14 Lemongrass essential oilDe lemongrass
  6. 3301.29.15 Rosewood essential oilDe pau-rosa
  7. 3301.29.16 Palmarosa essential oilDe palma rosa
  8. 3301.29.17 Coriander essential oilDe coriandro
  9. 3301.29.18 Cabreuva essential oilDe cabreúva
  10. 3301.29.19 Eucalyptus essential oilDe eucalipto
  11. 3301.29.2 Of lavender; of vetiverDe alfazema ou lavanda; de vetiver Group
  12. 3301.29.21 Lavender essential oilDe alfazema ou lavanda
  13. 3301.29.22 Vetiver essential oilDe vetiver
  14. 3301.29.90 Other non-citrus 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 3301.29

What is HS code 330129?

HS code 330129 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Oils, essential; n.e.c. in heading no. 3301 (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes. This category covers essential oils not elsewhere specified in heading 3301, including concretes and absolutes, whether terpeneless or not. This is a diverse group encompassing a wide array of natural aromatic compounds extracted from various plants, used extensively across multiple industries. Importers are primarily manufacturers in the perfumery, cosmetics, food and beverage (flavorings), aromatherapy, and pharmaceutical sectors, seeking specific aromatic profiles or active compounds. Exporters are typically agricultural producers and specialized extraction companies located in regions rich in the specific botanicals required. The trade is influenced by agricultural yields, climate conditions, and the purity and quality of the extraction process. Key considerations include ensuring authenticity, preventing adulteration, and adhering to international standards for natural ingredients. Sustainability and ethical sourcing practices are increasingly important factors for both buyers and sellers in this market.

What products fall under HS code 330129?

Jasmine absolute, Tuberose concrete, Neroli essential oil, Ylang-ylang essential oil, Vetiver essential oil, Patchouli essential oil, Sandalwood essential oil, Rose absolute

What are common misclassifications for HS code 330129?

This code can be confused with other specific essential oils within 3301 (e.g., 330112 for orange essential oil) if the specific botanical source is not clearly defined. It's also distinct from synthetic perfumery or flavoring substances in 3302.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 330129?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 330129 in UN Comtrade data were France ($447M, 18% of world exports), China ($235M) and the United States ($231M). World exports came to about $2.6B, 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 330129?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 330129 in UN Comtrade data were France ($394M, 14% of world imports), the United States ($385M) and India ($172M). World imports came to about $2.7B, 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 330129 structured?

HS code 330129 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 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 330129?

Brazil splits HS code 330129 into 12 NCM codes: 3301.29.11 (Citronella essential oil), 3301.29.12 (Cedar essential oil), 3301.29.13 (Guaiacwood essential oil), 3301.29.14 (Lemongrass essential oil), 3301.29.15 (Rosewood essential oil), 3301.29.16 (Palmarosa essential oil), 3301.29.17 (Coriander essential oil), 3301.29.18 (Cabreuva essential oil), and more listed on this page. The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.