Product classification
HS code for Lemon oil: 3301.13
Oils, essential, of lemon (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes.
Classification of lemon oil under HS 3301.13
Lemon oil is classified under HS code 330113 because it is an essential oil derived specifically from citrus fruits of the genus Citrus limon. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) and the Explanatory Notes to Chapter 33, essential oils are generally extracted by distillation or expression. Lemon oil is typically obtained through cold-pressing the outer peel (flavedo) of the fruit. This classification applies regardless of whether the oil is terpeneless or not. The Harmonized System distinguishes citrus oils from other essential oils due to their high volume in international trade and specific chemical profiles, primarily consisting of limonene. To qualify for this code, the product must retain the natural odoriferous constituents of the plant and must not be mixed with other substances for use as a food flavoring or fragrance base, which would shift the classification to heading 3302.
- Covers
- Cold-pressed lemon essential oil
- Steam-distilled lemon oil
- Terpeneless lemon oil
- Lemon oil concretes
- Lemon oil absolutes
- Lemon peel oil extracts
- Also under 3301.13
- doTERRA Lemon Essential Oil
- Young Living Lemon Essential Oil
- Aura Cacia Lemon Essential Oil
- Symrise Lemon Flavor
- IFF Lemon Oil
Codes often confused with 3301.13
Common mistake. Lemon oil is frequently misclassified under HS code 330210, which covers mixtures of odoriferous substances used in the food or drink industries. While lemon oil is a component of these mixtures, the pure essential oil belongs in 330113. Another common error is using HS code 330129, which is a residual category for other essential oils; however, because lemon is a citrus fruit, it must be placed in the specific citrus subheadings (3301.11 through 3301.19). Additionally, if the lemon oil is highly processed or synthetic, it may be incorrectly placed here instead of Chapter 29 for isolated chemical compounds.
Top exporters and importers of HS 330113 (the code used for lemon oil), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 330113 (the code used for lemon oil) in UN Comtrade data was Argentina, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Ireland, with 33% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 330113, not only lemon oil.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Argentina $182M 41% of world exports
- 2 Italy $56M 13% of world exports
- 3 United States $41M 9.2% of world exports
World total: $441M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Ireland $150M 33% of world imports
- 2 United States $119M 26% of world imports
- 3 China $24M 5.3% of world imports
World total: $451M 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 code for lemon oil
Brazil classifies lemon oil under NCM 3301.13.00: HS 3301.13 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about lemon oil
What is the HS code for Lemon oil?
The HS code for Lemon oil is 330113 (Oils, essential; of lemon (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes). The specific HS code for lemon oil, whether terpeneless or not, is 330113.
How do I classify Lemon oil for customs?
Lemon oil is classified under HS code 330113 — Oils, essential; of lemon (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include lemon juice or lemon flavorings?
No, lemon juice is classified under heading 2009, and prepared food flavorings containing lemon oil mixed with other substances are typically classified under 2106 or 3302.
Which countries are the top exporters of lemon oil (HS 330113)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 330113 (the code used for lemon oil) in UN Comtrade data were Argentina ($182M, 41% of world exports), Italy ($56M) and the United States ($41M). World exports came to about $441M, 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 lemon oil (HS 330113)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 330113 (the code used for lemon oil) in UN Comtrade data were Ireland ($150M, 33% of world imports), the United States ($119M) and China ($24M). World imports came to about $451M, 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.
Is the HS code for Lemon oil the same in all countries?
The base HS code 330113 for Lemon oil is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for lemon oil in Brazil?
In Brazil, lemon oil (HS 330113) is classified under NCM 3301.13.00.