HS Code for Fragrance compounds

Fragrance compounds, defined as mixtures of odoriferous substances used as raw materials in industry, are classified under HS code 3302.90. This classification is part of Chapter 33, which deals with essential oils, resinoids, and perfumery. The specific heading 3302 covers mixtures of odoriferous substances and mixtures with a basis of one or more of these substances, of a kind used as raw materials in industry. The suffix .90 is applied when these compounds are intended for use in industries other than the food or drink sectors, such as in the manufacture of soaps, detergents, cosmetics, or perfumes. These compounds are typically complex blends of synthetic chemicals and natural essential oils, concentrated to provide a specific scent profile. They are considered intermediate products rather than finished retail goods. The classification depends on the fact that the mixture is not yet a finished perfume (which would be 3303) but a primary ingredient for further manufacturing.

Products Included

• Perfume oil concentrates for cosmetic manufacturing
• Fragrance compounds for laundry detergents
• Industrial scent mixtures for air fresheners
• Scented compounds for soap making
• Aromatic mixtures for candle production
• Fragrance bases for lotions and creams

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification occurs between HS code 3302.10 and 3302.90. Code 3302.10 is strictly for odoriferous mixtures used in the food or drink industries (flavorings), whereas 3302.90 is for all other industrial applications. Another error is classifying these mixtures as pure essential oils under 3301. Essential oils are single-source botanical extracts, while fragrance compounds are multi-component mixtures. Finally, finished perfumes ready for retail sale must be classified under 3303.00, not as fragrance compounds.

FAQ

What is the HS code for fragrance compounds?

Fragrance compounds used for industrial purposes (non-food) are classified under HS code 3302.90.

Can fragrance compounds be classified as essential oils?

No, essential oils (3301) are individual plant extracts, while fragrance compounds (3302.90) are blended mixtures of various aromatic substances.