HS Code for Lemon essential oil

Lemon essential oil is classified under HS code 330113. This code is part of Chapter 33, which covers essential oils and resinoids, perfumery, cosmetic, or toilet preparations. Heading 3301 specifically deals with essential oils, including concretes and absolutes. The subheading 330113 is dedicated exclusively to the essential oil of lemon. This classification applies regardless of whether the oil is terpeneless (meaning the terpenes have been removed to improve stability and flavor) or in its natural state. The oil is typically extracted from the peel of the lemon (Citrus limon) through cold expression or steam distillation. Because the Harmonized System provides a specific subheading for lemon oil, it must be used instead of the more general citrus oil codes or the general essential oil codes.

Products Included

• Cold-pressed lemon essential oil
• Steam-distilled lemon oil
• Terpeneless lemon oil
• Lemon oil concretes
• Lemon oil absolutes
• Lemon oil used for flavoring or fragrance

Common Misclassification

A frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 330119, which is the "other" category for citrus oils. Since lemon has its own specific code (330113), using 330119 is incorrect. Another common error is classifying lemon oil under 330210 (Mixtures of odoriferous substances for the food or drink industries). If the product is pure lemon essential oil, it belongs in 3301; it only moves to 3302 if it is blended with other essential oils or aromatic chemicals.

FAQ

What is the HS code for lemon essential oil?

The international HS code for lemon essential oil is 330113.

Does the code change if the oil is used in food?

No, pure lemon essential oil remains under 330113 even if it is food-grade. It only changes if it is diluted in a carrier oil or mixed with other substances, which might move it to 3302 or 2106.