To import perfume oils from Dubai to the US, UK or Australia, you need a commercial invoice that names each oil, the SDS for every oil, and a plan for the duty and import tax that is due when the goods land. The rules that matter most right now: the US has suspended its USD 800 de minimis exemption, so every shipment needs a customs entry; the UK charges Customs Duty on goods worth more than GBP 135; and Australia needs a full import declaration for consignments over AUD 1,000.
This guide covers the documents to ask for, what each country checks, and where to find your duty rate. Rates change, so we link to each official source instead of quoting them.
Quick specs
- MOQ: none on in stock library oils. Oils not in stock start at 5 kg.
- Sizes: 100 ml, 500 ml, 1 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg and 50 kg.
- Samples: 10 ml at AED 45 (about USD 12).
- Documents: IFRA certificate, SDS and COA on request. We prepare our own SDS for every oil we ship.
- Shipping: worldwide from the UAE. Orders of USD 300 or more ship free.
The documents to have before your oils ship
- Commercial invoice: each oil by name, pack size, quantity, unit price, currency and country of origin.
- SDS (safety data sheet): section 14 covers transport information, such as the UN number, transport hazard class and packing group, which carriers use to decide how a product can travel by air, sea or road.
- IFRA certificate and COA: for your own product file. The IFRA certificate shows the maximum use level for each product type.
US, UK and Australia compared
| Country | Low value shipments | Above the threshold | Where to check |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | The USD 800 de minimis exemption is suspended for all countries and all modes, including post, so a formal or informal entry is needed | Informal entry is generally allowed up to USD 2,500. Formal entry is required above USD 2,500 | CBP e commerce FAQs and the US tariff schedule |
| United Kingdom (Great Britain) | No Customs Duty on non excise goods worth GBP 135 or less | Import VAT and Customs Duty, charged on the price plus postage, packaging and insurance | GOV.UK tax and duty and the UK Trade Tariff |
| Australia | For most goods worth AUD 1,000 or less there are no duties, taxes or charges at the border. Air or sea cargo needs a self assessed clearance (SAC) declaration | An Import Declaration (N10), with all duties, taxes and an import processing charge paid before release | Australian Border Force import declarations |
Figures above were read from each official page on 30 October 2026. Always check the current page before you order.
What to check before you place the order
- Your duty rate. Duty depends on how the oil is classified in your country's tariff and on its declared value. Look up the code in the tariff linked above, or ask a licensed customs broker.
- The total order value. In Australia, goods known to be part of the same order count as one consignment, even if they arrive in separate boxes on separate days. Do not split an order to stay under a threshold.
- Who pays on arrival. Agree with your supplier and courier whether duty and tax are collected on delivery, so your parcel is not held.
- How the oil will travel. Read section 14 of the SDS for each oil and confirm your courier or forwarder accepts it on the route you plan.
- Your first order size. Our guide to buying perfume oil by the kilo shows how pack prices step down as size goes up.
Ordering from Aroma Labs
We make our oils in our own factory in Sharjah, UAE, and ship worldwide. We supply fragrance oils only: 100% concentrate, no DPG and no fixatives. For pack sizes, samples and documents in more detail, see wholesale perfume oils in Dubai, or start a shortlist from our best sellers.
FAQ
Do I pay import duty on perfume oils from Dubai?
It depends on your country, the order value and the tariff code. In the UK, Customs Duty applies to non excise goods worth more than GBP 135. In Australia, duties and taxes apply to consignments over AUD 1,000. In the US, every shipment needs an entry, and the rate comes from the US tariff schedule.
Can I still use the USD 800 de minimis rule in the US?
No. CBP says the suspension applies to goods valued at USD 800 or less arriving by all modes, including the international postal network.
What documents should come with a fragrance oil shipment?
A commercial invoice naming each oil, its value and the country of origin, plus the SDS for each oil. We also send the IFRA certificate and COA on request.
Are fragrance oils dangerous goods for shipping?
It depends on the oil. Section 14 of the SDS shows its transport classification, so ask for the SDS of each oil before you book freight.
Do I need a customs broker?
Not always. The Australian Border Force encourages first time and infrequent importers to use a licensed customs broker. To get a quote, email ankit@aromalabs.store with the oils, sizes and your country.
