HS Code for Grapefruit essential oil

Grapefruit essential oil is classified under HS code 3301.19. This code falls under Chapter 33, which covers essential oils and resinoids, perfumery, cosmetic, or toilet preparations. Heading 3301 specifically includes essential oils (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes. Within this heading, citrus oils are grouped together. While orange (3301.12) and lemon (3301.13) have their own specific subheadings, grapefruit oil falls into the 'other' citrus category, designated as 3301.19. This classification applies regardless of whether the oil is used for aromatherapy, food flavoring, or as an ingredient in cosmetics. The oil must be extracted from the peel of the Citrus paradisi fruit, typically through cold-pressing or steam distillation, to be classified here. It must remain a pure essential oil; if it is mixed with vegetable oils or other substances, the classification may change to a mixture of odoriferous substances.

Products Included

• Pure grapefruit essential oil
• Terpeneless grapefruit oil
• Grapefruit oil concrete
• Grapefruit oil absolute
• Cold-pressed grapefruit peel oil
• Steam-distilled grapefruit essential oil

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification occurs with HS code 3301.12 (Orange oil) or 3301.13 (Lemon oil) due to the similarity in citrus origin. However, grapefruit is distinct and must be placed in 3301.19. Another error is classifying it under 3302.10, which is for mixtures of odoriferous substances used in the food or drink industries. If the grapefruit oil is a pure extract and not a blend of different aromatic chemicals, it must stay in 3301.19.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Grapefruit essential oil?

The HS code for pure grapefruit essential oil is 3301.19.

Does this code change if the oil is for food use?

No, the HS code 3301.19 applies to the essential oil itself, regardless of whether its end use is for fragrance, therapy, or food flavoring, provided it is a pure essential oil.