Turmeric oleoresins

Turmeric oleoresins, extracted oleoresins of turmeric

PARTNER GOVERNMENT AGENCY CLEARANCE

HSN 3301 90 14 (Turmeric oleoresins) is governed by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) under the ITC (HS) import policy for Chapter 33 extracted oleoresins. No sectoral PGA licence or permit is listed as a mandatory clearance requirement for this tariff line. Standard customs documentary requirements under the Customs Act, 1962 apply at the bill of entry.

What this is

HSN code

3301 90 14

Chapter

33 · Essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations

Primary regulator

DGFT · ITC (HS) import policy, Chapter 33

Customs documentation

Bill of entry from CBIC
Commercial invoice from exporter

Compliance steps

1
Verify the correct classification of the consignment as turmeric oleoresins under HSN 3301 90 14. Mixtures of odoriferous substances are classifiable under heading 3302 and must not be presented under this tariff line; misclassification risks detention and reclassification by the proper officer.
ITC (HS) Chapter 33 classification note · CCR note on heading 3302
2
File the bill of entry under the standard Free import policy applicable to this tariff line and ensure all commercial documents accurately describe the product as turmeric oleoresins. Confirm the ITC (HS) policy status at the time of filing, as DGFT may amend Chapter 33 conditions by notification.
ITC (HS) Schedule I, Chapter 33 · Customs Act, 1962

A word of counsel

The most common error on this tariff line is misclassification: consignments containing blended or compounded odoriferous preparations are classifiable under heading 3302, not 3301 90 14. Presenting a blended turmeric extract as a pure oleoresin risks reclassification at the bill of entry, retrospective duty recovery, and a misdeclaration penalty under the Customs Act, 1962. Obtain a certificate of analysis from the exporter confirming the product is an extracted oleoresin before filing.

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Frequently asked

Does HSN 3301 90 14 require BIS certification?

No. Turmeric oleoresins under this tariff line are not covered by any BIS Quality Control Order. Import is governed by the ITC (HS) import policy administered by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade, with no sectoral PGA licence currently mandated.

How is turmeric oleoresin distinguished from a mixture of odoriferous substances at customs?

Mixtures of odoriferous substances are classifiable under heading 3302 per the CCR note; a certificate of analysis confirming the product is a single extracted oleoresin of turmeric, not a blend, is the primary evidence used by the proper officer to confirm the 3301 90 14 classification.

Is there any sectoral PGA clearance required for turmeric oleoresins intended for food or cosmetic end use?

The regulatory record does not record a mandatory PGA clearance at import for this tariff line; however, importers should verify whether downstream end-use regulations (such as FSSAI food-additive approvals for food-grade oleoresins) impose product-specific obligations before commercial distribution.

Last verified against gazette notifications: 2026-05-16. Source: DGFT / Indian Customs CUSDATA.