HS Code 3301.90.50: 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: Extracted oleoresins obtained from extraction of pyrethrum or of the
roots of plants containing rotenone

HS Code 3301.90.50 covers 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: Extracted oleoresins obtained from extraction of pyrethrum or of the
roots of plants containing rotenone under the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. SARS uses this code to classify 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: Extracted oleoresins obtained from extraction of pyrethrum or of the
roots of plants containing rotenone for all import and export customs declarations.

Customs Duty Rate

The customs duty rate for HS Code 3301.90.50 is free (0%). Duty is calculated on the FOB customs value (the goods value at the point of loading onto the carrier; international freight and insurance are not part of the duty base). Import VAT is then 15% of the Added Tax Value (ATV) — customs value + 10% uplift (for non-SACU origin; nil for BLNS countries) + non-rebated duty.

What Falls Under HS Code 3301.90.50?

This tariff heading covers 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: Extracted oleoresins obtained from extraction of pyrethrum or of the
roots of plants containing rotenone. All importers and exporters must use this code on SARS customs declarations (SAD500), commercial invoices, and shipping documents.

How to Import or Export Under HS Code 3301.90.50

To move goods under HS Code 3301.90.50 across South African borders, you must be registered with SARS as an importer or exporter. JLog’s TradeReady service handles SARS registration. Once registered, a customs declaration is lodged by you or a licensed broker.

JLog Customs Clearance for HS Code 3301.90.50

JLog provides customs clearance for goods under HS Code 3301.90.50. We handle the full SARS submission — from checking documents to lodging declarations and managing SARS queries.

We also provide ClearSA — real-time customs clearance tracking so you can monitor your SARS submission status at every step.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS Code 3301.90.50 used for?
HS Code 3301.90.50 is the official tariff code for 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: Extracted oleoresins obtained from extraction of pyrethrum or of the
roots of plants containing rotenone under the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. It appears on all customs declarations for these goods.

What duty do I pay on HS Code 3301.90.50?
The customs duty rate is free (0%). Plus 15% VAT on import. Contact JLog for a full landed cost calculation including all applicable levies.

Do I need a customs broker for HS Code 3301.90.50?
Not legally, but most importers use one to ensure correct filing. JLog can clear goods under HS Code 3301.90.50 on your behalf.

Last updated: 2026. Source: SARS Harmonised Tariff Schedule.

Related JLog Services

JLog provides customs clearance services for goods under this HS code. Our team handles SARS submissions, documentation, and query management.

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Current SARS duty rates — HS 3301.90

ItemRate
General dutyfree
SADC preferentialfree
EU EPAfree
UK EPAfree
EFTAfree
MERCOSURfree
AfCFTAfree
AGOASee SARS Schedule 4 for AGOA-specific provisions
VAT15%

Last verified 23 Aug 2026 from SARS tariff book.

Shipping rates from South Africa — HS 3301.90

DestinationCarrierFrom (ZAR / 10kg)Transit days
CHFedEx2,701.963
NZFedEx2,271.605
BRFedEx2,933.978
JPFedEx2,271.605
CAFedEx2,363.434
INFedEx2,227.848
CNDHL Express5,437.373
SGFedEx2,271.605
AEFedEx2,227.845
NLFedEx2,140.693

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