HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3006.91 – Pharmaceutical goods; appliances identifiable for ostomy use
HS code 3006.91 is the 6-digit subheading for pharmaceutical goods, appliances identifiable for ostomy use. It is used for ostomy bags, stoma wafers, skin barriers, ostomy belts and adhesive removers for ostomy.
What HS 3006.91 covers
This HS code pertains to appliances specifically identifiable for ostomy use, which are critical medical devices for individuals who have undergone ostomy surgery. This specialized market addresses an ongoing patient need for managing stomas, significantly impacting their quality of life. The trade involves manufacturers of medical devices and healthcare products exporting to hospitals, pharmacies, specialized medical suppliers, and directly to patients globally. Importers are found in virtually every country with a healthcare system capable of performing ostomy surgeries. Key considerations include product innovation for better comfort and adhesion, compliance with medical device regulations, and the provision of educational support for users. The demand is consistent and driven by the prevalence of conditions requiring ostomy, an aging global population, and advancements in surgical techniques.
- Covers
- Ostomy bags
- Stoma wafers
- Skin barriers
- Ostomy belts
- Adhesive removers for ostomy
- Stoma paste
- Protective films for ostomy
- Examples
- Coloplast SenSura Mio
- Hollister CeraPlus
- Convatec Esteem+
- B. Braun Flexima
- Salts Healthcare Confidence
Codes often confused with 3006.91
Common mistake. These appliances can be confused with other general medical devices (9018) or even sanitary articles (3005) if their specific design and sole purpose for ostomy care are not clearly delineated.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 300691, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 300691 in UN Comtrade data was Hungary, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 20% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Hungary $579M 22% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $473M 18% of world exports
- 3 Dominican Republic $247M 9.6% of world exports
World total: $2.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $485M 20% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $277M 11% of world imports
- 3 United States $193M 7.8% of world imports
World total: $2.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 3006.91 2
Brazil splits HS 3006.91 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 3006.91.10 Colostomy, ileostomy and urostomy bagsBolsas para colostomia, ileostomia e urostomia
- 3006.91.90 Other ostomy appliancesOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 30.06 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 3006.91
What is HS code 300691?
HS code 300691 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Pharmaceutical goods; appliances identifiable for ostomy use. This HS code pertains to appliances specifically identifiable for ostomy use, which are critical medical devices for individuals who have undergone ostomy surgery. This specialized market addresses an ongoing patient need for managing stomas, significantly impacting their quality of life. The trade involves manufacturers of medical devices and healthcare products exporting to hospitals, pharmacies, specialized medical suppliers, and directly to patients globally. Importers are found in virtually every country with a healthcare system capable of performing ostomy surgeries. Key considerations include product innovation for better comfort and adhesion, compliance with medical device regulations, and the provision of educational support for users. The demand is consistent and driven by the prevalence of conditions requiring ostomy, an aging global population, and advancements in surgical techniques.
What products fall under HS code 300691?
Ostomy bags, stoma wafers, skin barriers, ostomy belts, adhesive removers for ostomy, stoma paste, protective films for ostomy
What are common misclassifications for HS code 300691?
These appliances can be confused with other general medical devices (9018) or even sanitary articles (3005) if their specific design and sole purpose for ostomy care are not clearly delineated.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 300691?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 300691 in UN Comtrade data were Hungary ($579M, 22% of world exports), the Netherlands ($473M) and the Dominican Republic ($247M). World exports came to about $2.6B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 300691?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 300691 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($485M, 20% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($277M) and the United States ($193M). World imports came to about $2.5B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 300691 structured?
HS code 300691 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (30) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 300691?
Brazil splits HS code 300691 into 2 NCM codes: 3006.91.10 (Colostomy, ileostomy and urostomy bags), 3006.91.90 (Other ostomy appliances). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.