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U.S. imports of essential oil of lemon (HS 330113) totaled $4.0M in April 2026, traded with 16 countries.
Importers of Essential Oil of Lemon paid $396K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 13% on $3.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Essential Oil of Lemon imports of $4.0M in April 2026 ran 52% below the year-to-date monthly average of $8.4M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataArgentina is the leading US supplier of lemon essential oil, a position driven by that country's dominant role in global lemon cultivation and cold-pressing capacity, with Italy and Uruguay also notable sources. Classified under a single 10-digit line (3301130000), the oil is widely used in flavors, household cleaning products, and personal care formulations. Food-grade and cosmetic-grade specifications differ in purity and residue tolerances, making certificate-of-analysis documentation a routine compliance requirement at entry. Importers should confirm whether the product is expressed or distilled, as blended or concentrated forms may warrant reclassification under heading 3301.90.
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Argentina's Tucumán province is one of the world's largest lemon-growing regions, and the country has invested heavily in cold-pressing infrastructure co-located with juice processing facilities. This integration allows large volumes of expressed peel oil to be produced as a co-product of lemon juice, giving Argentine suppliers a significant cost and volume advantage over other origins.
Importers generally need a certificate of analysis confirming identity and purity, FDA prior notice filed before arrival, and evidence that the foreign manufacturing facility is FDA-registered. If the oil is intended for use in alcoholic beverages, TTB considerations may also apply. Classification admissibility is complex; consult a licensed customs broker or FDA-registered agent for current requirements.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $1.4M | $200K | -$1.2M |
| ARGENTINA | $1.3M | $15K | -$1.3M |
| NETHERLANDS | -- | $1.1M | +$1.1M |
| ITALY | $608K | $209K | -$399K |
| CANADA | $115K | $665K | +$550K |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3301130000 | ESSENTIAL CITRUS FRUIT OILS OF LEMON | $4.0M | 12.92% | $396K |
ESSENTIAL CITRUS FRUIT OILS OF LEMON
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3301130000 | ESSENTIAL CITRUS FRUIT OILS OF LEMON | $5.1M |
ESSENTIAL CITRUS FRUIT OILS OF LEMON
166.7K kg
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | $1.1M | $2.0M | +$887K |
| New Jersey | $1.0M | $1.2M | +$189K |
| Maryland | $746K | $1.0M | +$302K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JACKSONVILLE, FL | $1.0M | $394K | -$613K |
| NEWARK, NJ | $1.2M | $55K | -$1.2M |
| NEW YORK, NY | -- | $883K | +$883K |