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
In plain English
This category includes scented substances and mixtures, such as alcoholic solutions, that serve as raw materials for industrial processes or beverage production. The classification separates these items based on their specific application within the manufacturing sector. One group covers scented materials intended for use in the food and drink industries. The other group encompasses scented materials used as raw materials in industries outside of food and beverage manufacturing.
6-digit subheadings (2)
Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.
Chapter 33 classification notes
Frequent misclassification in this chapter
Medicated cosmetics with therapeutic claims: Chapter 30. Soap / detergents: Chapter 34. Perfume-grade essential oils: 3301 if raw, 3303 if compounded for retail.
Classification certainty
The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.
Binding tariff ruling databaseOther headings in Chapter 33
- 3301 — Oils; essential (concretes, absolutes); concentrates thereof in fats, …
- 3303 — Perfumes and toilet waters
- 3304 — Cosmetic and toilet preparations; beauty, make-up and skin care prepar…
- 3305 — Hair preparations; for use on the hair
- 3306 — Oral or dental hygiene preparations; including fixative pastes and pow…
- 3307 — Perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations; pre-shave, shaving, after-…