HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9603.29 – Brushes; shaving, hair, nail, eyelash and other toilet brushes for use on the person, including brushes as parts of appliances
HS code 9603.29 is the 6-digit subheading for brushes, shaving, hair, nail, eyelash and other toilet brushes for use on the person, including brushes as parts of appliances. It is used for shaving brushes, hairbrushes, nail brushes, makeup brushes (foundation, eyeshadow, powder) and eyelash brushes.
What HS 9603.29 covers
This HS code covers a broad range of personal care and cosmetic brushes, excluding toothbrushes. This includes items for shaving, hair care, nail care, makeup application, and other toilet uses on the person. The international trade in these brushes is influenced by beauty trends, fashion cycles, and consumer demand for specialized grooming tools. Importers are typically cosmetic brands, beauty supply stores, department stores, and general retailers. Exporters are often specialized brush manufacturers, particularly from regions known for their craftsmanship or mass production capabilities. Key considerations include the quality of bristles (natural or synthetic), handle materials, ergonomic design, and brand reputation. The market is diverse, catering to both professional beauty industries and individual consumers seeking high-quality personal grooming accessories.
- Covers
- Shaving brushes
- Hairbrushes
- Nail brushes
- Makeup brushes (foundation, eyeshadow, powder)
- Eyelash brushes
- Beard brushes
- Bath brushes
- Facial cleansing brushes (manual)
- Examples
- Kent Brushes (hair, shaving)
- Real Techniques makeup brushes
- Tangle Teezer hairbrushes
- Artis makeup brushes
- The Body Shop bath brushes
- Tweezerman nail brushes
Codes often confused with 9603.29
Common mistake. Can be confused with brushes for general household use (960390) if the 'for use on the person' aspect is not clear, or with brushes for animals (also 960390).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 960329, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 960329 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 61% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% 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 $831M 61% of world exports
- 2 Germany $84M 6.2% of world exports
- 3 United Kingdom $60M 4.4% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $186M 16% of world imports
- 2 Germany $97M 8.4% of world imports
- 3 South Korea $71M 6.2% 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 code for 9603.29
Brazil does not split HS 9603.29: its NCM code is 9603.29.00.
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 9603.29
What is HS code 960329?
HS code 960329 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Brushes; shaving, hair, nail, eyelash and other toilet brushes for use on the person, including brushes as parts of appliances. This HS code covers a broad range of personal care and cosmetic brushes, excluding toothbrushes. This includes items for shaving, hair care, nail care, makeup application, and other toilet uses on the person. The international trade in these brushes is influenced by beauty trends, fashion cycles, and consumer demand for specialized grooming tools. Importers are typically cosmetic brands, beauty supply stores, department stores, and general retailers. Exporters are often specialized brush manufacturers, particularly from regions known for their craftsmanship or mass production capabilities. Key considerations include the quality of bristles (natural or synthetic), handle materials, ergonomic design, and brand reputation. The market is diverse, catering to both professional beauty industries and individual consumers seeking high-quality personal grooming accessories.
What products fall under HS code 960329?
Shaving brushes, hairbrushes, nail brushes, makeup brushes (foundation, eyeshadow, powder), eyelash brushes, beard brushes, bath brushes, facial cleansing brushes (manual)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 960329?
Can be confused with brushes for general household use (960390) if the 'for use on the person' aspect is not clear, or with brushes for animals (also 960390).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 960329?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 960329 in UN Comtrade data were China ($831M, 61% of world exports), Germany ($84M) and the United Kingdom ($60M). World exports came to about $1.4B, 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 960329?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 960329 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($186M, 16% of world imports), Germany ($97M) and South Korea ($71M). 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 960329 structured?
HS code 960329 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 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 960329?
In Brazil, HS code 960329 is NCM 9603.29.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.