Non-citrus essential oils from India
India exported $156 million of non-citrus essential oils (HS 3301.29) in FY2025-26, up 13% on FY2024-25. Goods made in India pay 0% to 11.8% US import duty, depending on the tariff line, against 7.5% to 21.1% for goods from China.
- US duty from India
- 0%China 7.5%
- India's exports, FY2025-26
- $156MUp 13.3% on last year
- HS code
- 3301.29Page updated 6 Nov 2026
US import duty, India vs China
India pays 7.5 points less on the lowest-duty line. From the USITC HTS 2026 Rev 22.
All 3 US tariff lines
| HTS line | Description | Base | India | China |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3301.29.10.00 | Other: Of eucalyptus | 1.8% | 11.8% | 14.3% |
| 3301.29.20.00 | Other: Of orris | 1.1% | 11.1% | 21.1% |
| 3301.29.51 | Other: Other | Free | 0% | 7.5% |
Totals include the Section 301 duty on goods from India or China and any Section 232 metals duty. They exclude anti-dumping and countervailing duties and customs fees. Check the current rate before you quote.
India's exports of non-citrus essential oils
India's exports to all countries under HS 3301.29, April to March, from DGCI&S.
Rules and other duties
- EU base duty
- The EU's average applied base (MFN) rate on HS 3301.29 is 1.6%, ranging from 0% to 2.9% across tariff lines, from 2021 data. It doesn't include India's GSP preference, so goods from India may pay less. Check the current rate in TARIC before you quote.
- RoDTEP
- India's schedule lists 0.8% of FOB value for exporters. The scheme was notified until 30 September 2026, so check with DGFT whether it's been extended.
- India's export policy
- Free for most lines, with restrictions on some. 33012937: Restricted.
Common questions
What is the US import duty on non-citrus essential oils from India?
0% to 11.8% on the 3 US tariff lines under HS 3301.29, including the Section 301 duty on Indian goods and any Section 232 metals duty. Goods from China pay 7.5% to 21.1%. Anti-dumping duties and customs fees aren't included.
What is the HS code for non-citrus essential oils?
3301.29, under heading 3301 (Essential oils (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes; resinoids; extracted oleoresins; concentrates of essential oils in fats, in fixed oils, in waxes or the like, obtained by enfleurage or maceration; terpenic by products of the deterpenation of essential oils; aqueous distillates and aqueous solutions of essential oils). Check the exact 8-digit or 10-digit line with your customs broker, since duty can differ between lines.
Does India export non-citrus essential oils?
Yes. India exported $156 million under HS 3301.29 in FY2025-26, according to DGCI&S, the Ministry of Commerce's trade statistics body.