HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3405.90 – Polishes, creams and similar preparations; n.e.c. in heading no. 3405, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404
HS code 3405.90 is the 6-digit subheading for polishes, creams and similar preparations, n.e.c. in heading no. 3405, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404. It is used for metal polish, glass cleaner polish, plastic restorer, jewelry cleaner cream and chrome polish.
What HS 3405.90 covers
This "not elsewhere specified" (NES) code acts as a catch-all for various polishes, creams, and similar preparations that do not fall under the more specific categories within HS heading 3405, and explicitly excludes waxes of heading 3404. This includes products for metal, glass, plastic, and other surfaces not covered by footwear, wood, or coachwork specific codes. International trade in these diverse products is driven by a wide range of consumer and industrial needs for cleaning, shining, and protecting various materials. Importers are found globally, reflecting the universal demand for specialized cleaning and maintenance products. Exporters typically originate from countries with robust chemical manufacturing sectors and a broad base of consumer goods production. Trade considerations include specific material compatibility, safety data sheets, and environmental regulations pertinent to the chemical composition. The market for these goods is highly fragmented, with continuous development of niche products for specialized applications, from jewelry polish to plastic restorers.
- Covers
- Metal polish
- Glass cleaner polish
- Plastic restorer
- Jewelry cleaner cream
- Chrome polish
- Stainless steel appliance polish
- Fiberglass polish
- Headlight restorer
- Examples
- Brasso Metal Polish
- Flitz Metal Polish
- Novus Plastic Polish
- Weiman Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish
- Cerama Bryte Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner
Codes often confused with 3405.90
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with other specific 3405 subheadings (e.g., 340510, 340520, 340530) if the product's primary use is for footwear, wood, or coachwork, respectively. It's also often mistaken for 3402 (surface-active preparations) if the product's primary function is cleaning rather than polishing or protecting.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 340590, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 340590 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 39% 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 United States $405M 32% of world exports
- 2 Taiwan* ~$292M 23% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Japan $86M 6.8% of world exports
World total: $1.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $686M 39% of world imports
- 2 Taiwan* ~$126M 7.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Germany $89M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $1.8B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 3405.90
Brazil does not split HS 3405.90: its NCM code is 3405.90.00.
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 3405.90
What is HS code 340590?
HS code 340590 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Polishes, creams and similar preparations; n.e.c. in heading no. 3405, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404. This "not elsewhere specified" (NES) code acts as a catch-all for various polishes, creams, and similar preparations that do not fall under the more specific categories within HS heading 3405, and explicitly excludes waxes of heading 3404. This includes products for metal, glass, plastic, and other surfaces not covered by footwear, wood, or coachwork specific codes. International trade in these diverse products is driven by a wide range of consumer and industrial needs for cleaning, shining, and protecting various materials. Importers are found globally, reflecting the universal demand for specialized cleaning and maintenance products. Exporters typically originate from countries with robust chemical manufacturing sectors and a broad base of consumer goods production. Trade considerations include specific material compatibility, safety data sheets, and environmental regulations pertinent to the chemical composition. The market for these goods is highly fragmented, with continuous development of niche products for specialized applications, from jewelry polish to plastic restorers.
What products fall under HS code 340590?
Metal polish, glass cleaner polish, plastic restorer, jewelry cleaner cream, chrome polish, stainless steel appliance polish, fiberglass polish, headlight restorer
What are common misclassifications for HS code 340590?
This code is frequently confused with other specific 3405 subheadings (e.g., 340510, 340520, 340530) if the product's primary use is for footwear, wood, or coachwork, respectively. It's also often mistaken for 3402 (surface-active preparations) if the product's primary function is cleaning rather than polishing or protecting.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 340590?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 340590 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($405M, 32% of world exports), Taiwan (about $292M) and Japan ($86M). World exports came to about $1.3B, 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 340590?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 340590 in UN Comtrade data were China ($686M, 39% of world imports), Taiwan (about $126M) and Germany ($89M). World imports came to about $1.8B, 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 340590 structured?
HS code 340590 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 340590?
In Brazil, HS code 340590 is NCM 3405.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.