HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3304.99 – Cosmetic and toilet preparations; n.e.c. in heading no. 3304, for the care of the skin (excluding medicaments, including sunscreen or sun tan preparations)
HS code 3304.99 is the 6-digit subheading for cosmetic and toilet preparations, n.e.c. in heading no. 3304, for the care of the skin (excluding medicaments, including sunscreen or sun tan preparations). It is used for moisturizing cream, facial serum, cleansing lotion, toner and face mask (non-medicinal).
What HS 3304.99 covers
This broad HS code covers cosmetic and toilet preparations for the care of the skin, not elsewhere specified in heading 3304, and explicitly excludes medicaments, sunscreens, and sun tan preparations. It encompasses a vast array of products like moisturizing creams, facial serums, cleansing lotions, toners, and body lotions. International trade in these goods is enormous, involving global beauty conglomerates, niche brands, and direct-to-consumer models. Importers are beauty retailers, pharmacies, and e-commerce platforms, while exporters are major cosmetic manufacturers worldwide. Innovation in active ingredients, anti-aging solutions, hydration, and sustainable packaging are key drivers. Consumer demand for specific skin concerns (e.g., acne, anti-aging, sensitive skin) heavily shapes the market.
- Covers
- Moisturizing cream
- Facial serum
- Cleansing lotion
- Toner
- Face mask (non-medicinal)
- Body lotion
- Exfoliating scrub
- Night cream
- Examples
- CeraVe Moisturizing Cream
- The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
- Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum
- Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel
- La Mer Crème de la Mer
Codes often confused with 3304.99
Common mistake. Frequently confused with medicaments (3004) if they contain active pharmaceutical ingredients for treating skin conditions, or with soaps (3401) if it's a cleansing bar.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 330499, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 330499 in UN Comtrade data was France, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 19% 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 France $10.1B 17% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $8.5B 14% of world exports
- 3 United States $4.4B 7.2% of world exports
World total: $60.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $11.7B 19% of world imports
- 2 United States $5.1B 8.2% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $3.6B 5.7% of world imports
World total: $63.0B 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 3304.99 2
Brazil splits HS 3304.99 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 3304.99.10 Beauty and nourishing creams; tonic lotionsCremes de beleza e cremes nutritivos; loções tônicas
- 3304.99.90 Other beauty and skin-care preparationsOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 33.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 3304.99
What is HS code 330499?
HS code 330499 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cosmetic and toilet preparations; n.e.c. in heading no. 3304, for the care of the skin (excluding medicaments, including sunscreen or sun tan preparations). This broad HS code covers cosmetic and toilet preparations for the care of the skin, not elsewhere specified in heading 3304, and explicitly excludes medicaments, sunscreens, and sun tan preparations. It encompasses a vast array of products like moisturizing creams, facial serums, cleansing lotions, toners, and body lotions. International trade in these goods is enormous, involving global beauty conglomerates, niche brands, and direct-to-consumer models. Importers are beauty retailers, pharmacies, and e-commerce platforms, while exporters are major cosmetic manufacturers worldwide. Innovation in active ingredients, anti-aging solutions, hydration, and sustainable packaging are key drivers. Consumer demand for specific skin concerns (e.g., acne, anti-aging, sensitive skin) heavily shapes the market.
What products fall under HS code 330499?
Moisturizing cream, Facial serum, Cleansing lotion, Toner, Face mask (non-medicinal), Body lotion, Exfoliating scrub, Night cream
What are common misclassifications for HS code 330499?
Frequently confused with medicaments (3004) if they contain active pharmaceutical ingredients for treating skin conditions, or with soaps (3401) if it's a cleansing bar.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 330499?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 330499 in UN Comtrade data were France ($10.1B, 17% of world exports), South Korea ($8.5B) and the United States ($4.4B). World exports came to about $60.7B, 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 330499?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 330499 in UN Comtrade data were China ($11.7B, 19% of world imports), the United States ($5.1B) and Hong Kong ($3.6B). World imports came to about $63.0B, 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 330499 structured?
HS code 330499 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (33) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 330499?
Brazil splits HS code 330499 into 2 NCM codes: 3304.99.10 (Beauty and nourishing creams; tonic lotions), 3304.99.90 (Other beauty and skin-care preparations). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.