HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3405.30 – Polishes, creams and similar preparations; for coachwork, other than metal polishes, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404
HS code 3405.30 is the 6-digit subheading for polishes, creams and similar preparations, for coachwork, other than metal polishes, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404. It is used for car polish, automotive wax (non-pure wax), car scratch remover, paint sealant and car detailing spray.
What HS 3405.30 covers
This HS code encompasses polishes, creams, and similar preparations specifically formulated for the coachwork of vehicles, excluding metal polishes and pure waxes. These products are essential for maintaining the exterior finish of cars, trucks, motorcycles, and other vehicles, providing protection against environmental elements, enhancing shine, and removing minor imperfections. The global automotive industry, including aftermarket care and detailing services, drives the international trade of these goods. Major importers are typically countries with large vehicle populations, significant automotive manufacturing, or robust car care markets. Exporters often originate from nations with strong chemical manufacturing capabilities and specialized automotive care product industries. Key trade considerations include product performance, environmental impact of chemical ingredients, and compliance with safety data sheet (SDS) requirements. The market is characterized by continuous innovation in protective coatings, ease of application, and long-lasting effects, catering to both professional detailers and individual consumers.
- Covers
- Car polish
- Automotive wax (non-pure wax)
- Car scratch remover
- Paint sealant
- Car detailing spray
- Ceramic coating prep
- Vehicle paint restorer
- Car glaze
- Examples
- Meguiar's Ultimate Polish
- Chemical Guys VSS Scratch & Swirl Remover
- Mothers CMX Ceramic Spray Coating
- Turtle Wax Hybrid Solutions Ceramic Spray Coating
- Griot's Garage Best of Show Wax
Codes often confused with 3405.30
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 340540 (scouring preparations) if it has abrasive properties, or 340590 (other polishes) if not specifically for coachwork. It's important to distinguish it from pure waxes (3404) and metal polishes (often 340590 or other specific categories).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 340530, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 340530 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 7.1% 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 Germany $115M 23% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $92M 18% of world exports
- 3 United States $63M 13% of world exports
World total: $504M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $31M 7.1% of world imports
- 2 France $21M 4.9% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $19M 4.3% of world imports
World total: $434M 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 code for 3405.30
Brazil does not split HS 3405.30: its NCM code is 3405.30.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 34.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 3405.30
What is HS code 340530?
HS code 340530 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Polishes, creams and similar preparations; for coachwork, other than metal polishes, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404. This HS code encompasses polishes, creams, and similar preparations specifically formulated for the coachwork of vehicles, excluding metal polishes and pure waxes. These products are essential for maintaining the exterior finish of cars, trucks, motorcycles, and other vehicles, providing protection against environmental elements, enhancing shine, and removing minor imperfections. The global automotive industry, including aftermarket care and detailing services, drives the international trade of these goods. Major importers are typically countries with large vehicle populations, significant automotive manufacturing, or robust car care markets. Exporters often originate from nations with strong chemical manufacturing capabilities and specialized automotive care product industries. Key trade considerations include product performance, environmental impact of chemical ingredients, and compliance with safety data sheet (SDS) requirements. The market is characterized by continuous innovation in protective coatings, ease of application, and long-lasting effects, catering to both professional detailers and individual consumers.
What products fall under HS code 340530?
Car polish, automotive wax (non-pure wax), car scratch remover, paint sealant, car detailing spray, ceramic coating prep, vehicle paint restorer, car glaze
What are common misclassifications for HS code 340530?
This code can be confused with 340540 (scouring preparations) if it has abrasive properties, or 340590 (other polishes) if not specifically for coachwork. It's important to distinguish it from pure waxes (3404) and metal polishes (often 340590 or other specific categories).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 340530?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 340530 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($115M, 23% of world exports), the Netherlands ($92M) and the United States ($63M). World exports came to about $504M, 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 340530?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 340530 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($31M, 7.1% of world imports), France ($21M) and the Netherlands ($19M). World imports came to about $434M, 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 340530 structured?
HS code 340530 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (34) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 340530?
In Brazil, HS code 340530 is NCM 3405.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.