Product classification
HS code for Atomizer: 9616.10
Scent sprays and similar toilet sprays, and mounts and heads therefor.
Classification of atomizer under HS 9616.10
The classification of an atomizer under HS code 9616.10 is determined by its primary function as a scent or toilet spray mechanism. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) and the Explanatory Notes to Chapter 96, this heading specifically covers scent sprays and similar toilet sprays used for personal grooming. The classification applies regardless of whether the atomizer is presented with its reservoir (bottle) or as a standalone mounting or head. The essential character of the product is defined by its ability to disperse liquids in a fine mist through a pressurized or hand-operated pump mechanism. Because these items are considered miscellaneous manufactured articles intended for cosmetic or toilet use, they are grouped under this specific subheading rather than general mechanical appliance categories.
- Covers
- Perfume atomizers and scent sprays
- Spray heads for toilet preparations
- Mounts for scent sprays
- Hand-operated cosmetic sprayers
- Bulb-type perfume dispensers
- Also under 9616.10
Travalo refillable perfume atomizers, various brand perfume bottles (e.g., Dior, Chanel) with their integrated spray heads, generic cosmetic spray pumps, Muji spray bottles, S.T. Dupont perfume atomizers.
Codes often confused with 9616.10
Common mistake. Atomizers are frequently misclassified under HS code 8424.89, which covers mechanical appliances for projecting, dispersing, or spraying liquids. However, Chapter 84 generally excludes small toilet sprays of the type used for perfumes. Another common error is classifying the item under 7013 if the glass bottle is particularly ornate; however, if the spray mechanism is permanently attached or imported as a set, 9616.10 takes precedence as it describes the specific function of the article.
Top exporters and importers of HS 961610 (the code used for atomizer), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 961610 (the code used for atomizer) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 53% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 961610, not only atomizer.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $799M 53% of world exports
- 2 Italy $226M 15% of world exports
- 3 France $174M 11% of world exports
World total: $1.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $180M 12% of world imports
- 2 Spain $137M 9.4% of world imports
- 3 France $131M 8.9% of world imports
World total: $1.5B 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 atomizer
Brazil classifies atomizer under NCM 9616.10.00: HS 9616.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about atomizer
What is the HS code for Atomizer?
The HS code for Atomizer is 961610 (Scent sprays and similar toilet sprays, and mounts and heads therefor). The primary HS code for scent sprays, toilet sprays, and their respective mounts and heads is 9616.10.
How do I classify Atomizer for customs?
Atomizer is classified under HS code 961610 — Scent sprays and similar toilet sprays, and mounts and heads therefor. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are replacement spray heads classified differently?
No, HS code 9616.10 explicitly includes both the complete sprays and the mounts and heads therefor, meaning replacement parts for the spray mechanism remain under the same classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of atomizer (HS 961610)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 961610 (the code used for atomizer) in UN Comtrade data were China ($799M, 53% of world exports), Italy ($226M) and France ($174M). World exports came to about $1.5B, 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 atomizer (HS 961610)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 961610 (the code used for atomizer) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($180M, 12% of world imports), Spain ($137M) and France ($131M). World imports came to about $1.5B, 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.
Is the HS code for Atomizer the same in all countries?
The base HS code 961610 for Atomizer is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for atomizer in Brazil?
In Brazil, atomizer (HS 961610) is classified under NCM 9616.10.00.