What types of products are covered under HS-4 3302?

HS-4 3302 covers odoriferous substances and mixtures used in food and drink industries, as well as other industrial applications.

How do I determine if my product falls under HS-6 330210 or 330290?

If your product is intended for food or drink, use HS-6 330210. For other industrial uses, select HS-6 330290.

Can I import essential oils for cosmetic use under HS-4 3302?

Yes, essential oils for cosmetic applications typically fall under HS-6 330290 as they are used in industries other than food and drink.

What is the significance of the national digits for HS-4 3302?

National digits may vary by country and can provide further classification details for specific products within HS-4 3302.

Are there any specific regulations for importing products under HS-4 3302?

Yes, regulations can vary by country, so it's important to check local import laws and any specific requirements for odoriferous substances.

What documentation do I need for importing under HS-4 3302?

You typically need a commercial invoice, packing list, and any relevant certificates for food safety or cosmetic compliance, depending on the end-use.

HS-4 · Heading

3302 — Odoriferous substances and mixtures (including alcoholic solutions) with a basis of one or more of these substances, of a kind used as raw materials in industry; other preparations based on odoriferous substances, of a kind used for beverage manufacture

Chapter 33: Essential oils and resinoids

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 3302 when importing odoriferous substances and mixtures, such as essential oils for flavoring beverages or perfumes. For example, if you're bringing in a shipment of vanilla extract for use in food production, this heading applies.

The heading splits into two HS-6 lines. Choose HS-6 330210 for substances specifically used in food or drink industries, like flavoring agents for soft drinks. If your product is intended for other industrial uses, such as fragrances in cosmetics, opt for HS-6 330290.

When deciding between the two HS-6 lines, consider the end-use of your product. If it’s a raw material for beverages, go with 330210. For applications in sectors like cleaning products or personal care, 330290 is the correct choice.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

HS-4 3302 · odoriferous substances · essential oils · food industry flavorings · beverage manufacturing · fragrance oils · cosmetic ingredients · raw materials for industry · vanilla extract · aroma compounds

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Vanilla extract for baking or beverages (HS-6 330210)
Essential oils for flavoring in soft drinks (HS-6 330210)
Fragrance oils used in soaps or cosmetics (HS-6 330290)
Perfume formulations intended for industrial use (HS-6 330290)
Natural extracts used in food processing (HS-6 330210)
Synthetic aroma compounds for cleaning products (HS-6 330290)

Common questions

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What is HS-4 3302 used for?
How to classify essential oils for import?
What are the differences between HS-6 330210 and 330290?
Can I use HS-4 3302 for fragrance oils?
What products fall under HS-4 3302?
How to determine the correct HS code for flavoring agents?

Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of products are covered under HS-4 3302?: HS-4 3302 covers odoriferous substances and mixtures used in food and drink industries, as well as other industrial applications.
How do I determine if my product falls under HS-6 330210 or 330290?: If your product is intended for food or drink, use HS-6 330210. For other industrial uses, select HS-6 330290.
Can I import essential oils for cosmetic use under HS-4 3302?: Yes, essential oils for cosmetic applications typically fall under HS-6 330290 as they are used in industries other than food and drink.
What is the significance of the national digits for HS-4 3302?: National digits may vary by country and can provide further classification details for specific products within HS-4 3302.
Are there any specific regulations for importing products under HS-4 3302?: Yes, regulations can vary by country, so it's important to check local import laws and any specific requirements for odoriferous substances.
What documentation do I need for importing under HS-4 3302?: You typically need a commercial invoice, packing list, and any relevant certificates for food safety or cosmetic compliance, depending on the end-use.

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Parent context

HS code directory Chapter 33

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