HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9603.21 – Brushes; toothbrushes
HS code 9603.21 is the 6-digit subheading for brushes, toothbrushes. It is used for manual toothbrushes, electric toothbrush heads, interdental brushes, orthodontic toothbrushes and tongue cleaners (integrated).
What HS 9603.21 covers
This HS code is exclusively for toothbrushes, a ubiquitous personal hygiene product traded globally on a massive scale. The international market is driven by continuous innovation in design, materials (e.g., specialized bristles, ergonomic handles), and technology (e.g., electric toothbrush heads). Importers are typically large retail chains, pharmaceutical distributors, and consumer goods companies, while exporters are major global manufacturers with advanced production capabilities. Key aspects of this trade include adherence to health and safety standards, brand recognition, and competitive pricing. The market is highly dynamic, with constant product development focusing on oral health benefits, sustainability, and consumer convenience, making it a high-volume, essential commodity in international commerce.
- Covers
- Manual toothbrushes
- Electric toothbrush heads
- Interdental brushes
- Orthodontic toothbrushes
- Tongue cleaners (integrated)
- Travel toothbrushes
- Examples
- Oral-B manual toothbrushes
- Philips Sonicare brush heads
- Colgate 360
- Curaprox toothbrushes
- GUM interdental brushes
Codes often confused with 9603.21
Common mistake. Rarely confused with other brushes due to its specific function, but electric toothbrushes (the handle/motor unit) are classified under 850980, while only the brush heads fall here.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 960321, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 960321 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 15% 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 $889M 27% of world exports
- 2 Germany $652M 20% of world exports
- 3 Switzerland $235M 7.2% of world exports
World total: $3.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $493M 15% of world imports
- 2 United States $312M 9.4% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $138M 4.2% of world imports
World total: $3.3B 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 9603.21
Brazil does not split HS 9603.21: its NCM code is 9603.21.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 96.03 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9603.21
What is HS code 960321?
HS code 960321 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Brushes; toothbrushes. This HS code is exclusively for toothbrushes, a ubiquitous personal hygiene product traded globally on a massive scale. The international market is driven by continuous innovation in design, materials (e.g., specialized bristles, ergonomic handles), and technology (e.g., electric toothbrush heads). Importers are typically large retail chains, pharmaceutical distributors, and consumer goods companies, while exporters are major global manufacturers with advanced production capabilities. Key aspects of this trade include adherence to health and safety standards, brand recognition, and competitive pricing. The market is highly dynamic, with constant product development focusing on oral health benefits, sustainability, and consumer convenience, making it a high-volume, essential commodity in international commerce.
What products fall under HS code 960321?
Manual toothbrushes, electric toothbrush heads, interdental brushes, orthodontic toothbrushes, tongue cleaners (integrated), travel toothbrushes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 960321?
Rarely confused with other brushes due to its specific function, but electric toothbrushes (the handle/motor unit) are classified under 850980, while only the brush heads fall here.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 960321?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 960321 in UN Comtrade data were China ($889M, 27% of world exports), Germany ($652M) and Switzerland ($235M). World exports came to about $3.3B, 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 960321?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 960321 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($493M, 15% of world imports), the United States ($312M) and the United Kingdom ($138M). World imports came to about $3.3B, 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.
How is HS code 960321 structured?
HS code 960321 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (96) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 960321?
In Brazil, HS code 960321 is NCM 9603.21.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.