Essential Oil HS Codes Explained: 3301 Classification for Importers

Every essential oil shipment crossing a border needs a Harmonized System (HS) code. Getting it right affects your duty, your paperwork and how smoothly your goods clear customs. This guide explains HS heading 3301 and how essential oils are classified.

What is HS code 3301?

HS heading 3301 covers "essential oils… resinoids; extracted oleoresins." It's the international six-digit root used by customs authorities worldwide. Under it, subheadings narrow the classification by oil type.

The subheadings that matter

• 3301.1x - Essential oils of citrus fruit.

• 3301.24 / 3301.25 - Peppermint and other mint oils.

• 3301.29 - Other essential oils. Most Indian oils — lemongrass, citronella, vetiver, palmarosa and similar — fall here.

• 3301.30 - Resinoids.

Why the right code matters

• Import duty - the code determines the tariff you pay on arrival.

• Regulatory checks - some codes trigger additional requirements in the destination country.

• Clean clearance - the correct code keeps documentation consistent and avoids delays.

Your six-digit 3301 root is international, but every country adds further digits to its national tariff line. Always confirm the exact code with your customs broker in your destination market. A good exporter classifies correctly on the export documents, see our import guide for the full document set.

Frequently asked questions

What is the HS code for essential oils?

Essential oils fall under HS heading 3301. Non-citrus, non-mint oils such as lemongrass and citronella are typically classified under subheading 3301.29 ("other"), with further national digits added by each country.

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