HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3407.00 – Modelling pastes; preparations known as dental wax, put up in sets, in packings for retail sale or in plates, horseshoe shapes, sticks or similar forms, other preparations for use in dentistry
HS code 3407.00 is the 6-digit subheading for modelling pastes, preparations known as dental wax, put up in sets, in packings for retail sale or in plates, horseshoe shapes, sticks or similar forms, other preparations for use in dentistry. It is used for dental impression wax, orthodontic wax, dental modelling compound, temporary filling material and dental bite registration wax.
What HS 3407.00 covers
This HS code covers modelling pastes, dental waxes (packaged for retail or in specific forms like plates or sticks), and other preparations specifically designed for use in dentistry. These products are crucial for various dental procedures, including impressions, prosthetics, orthodontics, and restorative work, providing temporary or permanent structures, or aiding in diagnostic processes. International trade is driven by the global demand for dental care, including both general dentistry and specialized fields. Major importers are typically countries with advanced healthcare systems, significant dental industries, or large populations requiring dental services. Exporters often originate from nations with strong chemical and medical device manufacturing capabilities, specializing in dental materials. Key trade considerations include stringent regulatory approvals (e.g., FDA, CE marking), biocompatibility standards, shelf life, and sterile packaging requirements. The market is characterized by continuous research and development in material science to improve precision, durability, and patient comfort.
- Covers
- Dental impression wax
- Orthodontic wax
- Dental modelling compound
- Temporary filling material
- Dental bite registration wax
- Dental laboratory wax
- Dental baseplate wax
- Dental casting wax
- Examples
- Kerr Dental Impression Wax
- GC Fuji IX GP EXTRA
- Dentsply Sirona Modelling Wax
- Ivoclar Vivadent Dental Wax
- Cavex Bite Registration Wax
Codes often confused with 3407.00
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 3404 (artificial waxes) if the dental wax is not specifically prepared for dental use or retail packaging, or 3006 (pharmaceutical preparations) if the product has medicinal properties beyond its primary dental material function. The key is its specific formulation and presentation for dental applications.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 340700, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 340700 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% 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 China $474M 38% of world exports
- 2 Germany $215M 17% of world exports
- 3 Italy $136M 11% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $288M 25% of world imports
- 2 Germany $86M 7.4% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $65M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $1.2B 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 3407.00 3
Brazil splits HS 3407.00 into 3 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 3407.00.10 Modelling pastesMassas ou pastas para modelar
- 3407.00.20 Dental waxes"Ceras para odontologia"
- 3407.00.90 Other dental preparations based on plasterOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 34.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 3407.00
What is HS code 340700?
HS code 340700 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Modelling pastes; preparations known as dental wax, put up in sets, in packings for retail sale or in plates, horseshoe shapes, sticks or similar forms, other preparations for use in dentistry. This HS code covers modelling pastes, dental waxes (packaged for retail or in specific forms like plates or sticks), and other preparations specifically designed for use in dentistry. These products are crucial for various dental procedures, including impressions, prosthetics, orthodontics, and restorative work, providing temporary or permanent structures, or aiding in diagnostic processes. International trade is driven by the global demand for dental care, including both general dentistry and specialized fields. Major importers are typically countries with advanced healthcare systems, significant dental industries, or large populations requiring dental services. Exporters often originate from nations with strong chemical and medical device manufacturing capabilities, specializing in dental materials. Key trade considerations include stringent regulatory approvals (e.g., FDA, CE marking), biocompatibility standards, shelf life, and sterile packaging requirements. The market is characterized by continuous research and development in material science to improve precision, durability, and patient comfort.
What products fall under HS code 340700?
Dental impression wax, orthodontic wax, dental modelling compound, temporary filling material, dental bite registration wax, dental laboratory wax, dental baseplate wax, dental casting wax
What are common misclassifications for HS code 340700?
This code can be confused with 3404 (artificial waxes) if the dental wax is not specifically prepared for dental use or retail packaging, or 3006 (pharmaceutical preparations) if the product has medicinal properties beyond its primary dental material function. The key is its specific formulation and presentation for dental applications.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 340700?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 340700 in UN Comtrade data were China ($474M, 38% of world exports), Germany ($215M) and Italy ($136M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 340700?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 340700 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($288M, 25% of world imports), Germany ($86M) and the Netherlands ($65M). World imports came to about $1.2B, 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 340700 structured?
HS code 340700 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (34) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 340700?
Brazil splits HS code 340700 into 3 NCM codes: 3407.00.10 (Modelling pastes), 3407.00.20 (Dental waxes), 3407.00.90 (Other dental preparations based on plaster). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.