Product classification
HS code for Sweet orange oil: 3301.12
Oils, essential, of orange (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes.
Classification of sweet orange oil under HS 3301.12
Sweet orange oil is classified under HS code 3301.12. This classification is governed by Chapter 33, which encompasses essential oils and resinoids, as well as perfumery and cosmetic preparations. Heading 3301 specifically includes essential oils, whether or not terpeneless, including concretes and absolutes. Sweet orange oil, derived from the peel of the Citrus sinensis, is a primary essential oil used in various industries. The HS code 3301.12 is a specific subheading for orange oil. This classification applies regardless of the oil's intended use, whether it is for flavoring food, scenting soaps, or use in aromatherapy. The essential oil must be a natural extract; synthetic orange fragrances or mixtures of essential oils with other substances may require classification under different headings such as 3302.
- Covers
- Cold-pressed sweet orange oil
- Distilled sweet orange essential oil
- Orange oil concretes
- Orange oil absolutes
- Terpeneless orange oil
- Folded orange oils (e.g., 5-fold, 10-fold)
- Also under 3301.12
- doTERRA Wild Orange Essential Oil
- Young Living Orange Essential Oil
- Aura Cacia Orange Sweet Essential Oil
- Givaudan Orange Flavor
- Firmenich Orange Blossom Absolute
Codes often confused with 3301.12
Common mistake. Sweet orange oil is often confused with HS code 3302.10, which covers mixtures of odoriferous substances used in the food or drink industries. If the orange oil is blended with other oils or solvents to create a specific flavor profile, it moves to 3302. Additionally, it is sometimes misclassified under 2902.19 if it is highly processed to isolate specific terpenes like limonene, which is a pure chemical rather than a whole essential oil.
Top exporters and importers of HS 330112 (the code used for sweet orange oil), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 330112 (the code used for sweet orange oil) in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% 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 330112, not only sweet orange oil.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Brazil $339M 36% of world exports
- 2 United States $188M 20% of world exports
- 3 Italy $86M 9.2% of world exports
World total: $935M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $233M 21% of world imports
- 2 Germany $233M 21% of world imports
- 3 China $85M 7.8% of world imports
World total: $1.1B 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 sweet orange oil
Brazil splits HS 3301.12 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 3301.12.10Orange petitgrain essential oil
- 3301.12.90Other orange essential oils
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about sweet orange oil
What is the HS code for Sweet orange oil?
The HS code for Sweet orange oil is 330112 (Oils, essential; of orange (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes). The HS code for sweet orange essential oil is 3301.12.
How do I classify Sweet orange oil for customs?
Sweet orange oil is classified under HS code 330112 — Oils, essential; of orange (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is orange essence the same as orange oil for customs?
Orange essence (aqueous phase) is often classified differently, but concentrated orange oil extracts remain under 3301.12.
Which countries are the top exporters of sweet orange oil (HS 330112)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 330112 (the code used for sweet orange oil) in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($339M, 36% of world exports), the United States ($188M) and Italy ($86M). World exports came to about $935M, 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 sweet orange oil (HS 330112)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 330112 (the code used for sweet orange oil) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($233M, 21% of world imports), Germany ($233M) and China ($85M). World imports came to about $1.1B, 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 Sweet orange oil the same in all countries?
The base HS code 330112 for Sweet orange 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 sweet orange oil in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 330112 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for sweet orange oil depends on the product's details: 3301.12.10 (Orange petitgrain essential oil), 3301.12.90 (Other orange essential oils).