U.S. imports of Incense & Burning Odoriferous Preparations (Agarbatti) (HS 330741) totaled $2.1M in August 2026, imported from 34 countries.
Importers of Incense & Burning Odoriferous Preparations (Agarbatti) paid $294K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 13.80% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: August 2026 dataAgarbatti — the Sanskrit-derived trade name for incense sticks widely used in religious, wellness, and home-fragrance contexts — anchors this heading alongside other odoriferous preparations that release scent through combustion, all classified under 3307410000. India is by far the dominant supplier, reflecting its deep manufacturing tradition and raw-material base in aromatic resins and essential oils, with Japan and Vietnam also notable sources. These products are generally treated as cosmetic/fragrance articles for FDA purposes, though certain formulations containing controlled botanical ingredients may attract APHIS or DEA scrutiny.
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India has a centuries-old tradition of agarbatti production, with established clusters in states like Karnataka and Gujarat that combine low-cost labor, domestic access to aromatic raw materials (sandalwood, resins, essential oils), and large-scale export infrastructure. This gives Indian manufacturers a structural cost and quality advantage that has proven difficult for other origins to displace at scale.
Potentially yes. If an incense product contains plant material — such as dried herbs, wood chips, or resins — in a form that could harbor pests or plant diseases, USDA APHIS may require phytosanitary documentation or inspection. Additionally, products containing ingredients derived from CITES-listed species (e.g., certain sandalwood or agarwood) require CITES permits. Importers should review ingredient sourcing carefully and consult a licensed customs broker for complex formulations.
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Subheading 6 of 6 in heading 3307
Subheading 330741 · $2.1M of $126.3M
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3307410000 | Agarbatti & Odoriferous Preps Operate by Burning | $2.1M | 13.80% | 94.00% | $294K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3307410000 | Agarbatti & Odoriferous Preps Operate by Burning | $884K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
ImportsExports
Imports
$2.1MYoY · free account
Exports
$884KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $26.7M of Incense & Burning Odoriferous Preparations (Agarbatti) and exported $6.2M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
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India and China together supply 70% of it. China pays 34.5% duty; France 10.1%.
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rate provision · imports
6.0% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 13.80% of imports for consumption.