Product classification
HS code for Cuticle oil: 3304.30
Cosmetic and toilet preparations, manicure or pedicure preparations.
Classification of cuticle oil under HS 3304.30
Cuticle oil is classified under HS code 3304.30, which is the specific category for manicure or pedicure preparations. The Harmonized System organizes cosmetic products based on their intended application and the part of the body they are designed to treat. Since cuticle oil is formulated to hydrate, soften, and maintain the health of the skin surrounding the fingernails and toenails, it is grouped with other nail care products like polishes, enamels, and nail hardeners. This classification applies regardless of the oil's base ingredients, whether they are mineral-based or derived from vegetable sources. The determining factor for classification in Chapter 33 is that the product is put up for retail sale with labels and packaging that clearly indicate its use as a cosmetic preparation for nail care.
- Covers
- Nail and cuticle conditioning oils
- Vitamin-enriched cuticle treatments
- Retail-packed almond or jojoba oil for nail care
- Cuticle oil pens and applicators
- Professional salon-grade cuticle hydrators
- Also under 3304.30
- OPI Nail Lacquer
- Essie Gel Couture
- Sally Hansen Miracle Gel
- Seche Vite Top Coat
- CND Shellac
Codes often confused with 3304.30
Common mistake. Cuticle oils are frequently misclassified under 3304.99, the general category for skin care preparations. However, because 3304.30 specifically mentions manicure and pedicure preparations, it takes precedence according to the principle of specific description. Another common mistake is classifying the product under 1515 if it consists of a single pure vegetable oil. However, Note 1 to Chapter 33 states that products put up for retail sale as cosmetics are excluded from Chapter 15 and must be classified in Chapter 33. Essential oils used for cuticles might also be confused with 3301, but once blended or marketed for nail care, they move to 3304.30.
Top exporters and importers of HS 330430 (the code used for cuticle oil), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 330430 (the code used for cuticle oil) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 13% 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 330430, not only cuticle oil.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $319M 19% of world exports
- 2 Germany $210M 13% of world exports
- 3 Poland $210M 13% of world exports
World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $207M 13% of world imports
- 2 United States $142M 9.0% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $94M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $1.6B 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 cuticle oil
Brazil classifies cuticle oil under NCM 3304.30.00: HS 3304.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cuticle oil
What is the HS code for Cuticle oil?
The HS code for Cuticle oil is 330430 (Cosmetic and toilet preparations; manicure or pedicure preparations). The HS code for cuticle oil, as a manicure preparation, is 3304.30.
How do I classify Cuticle oil for customs?
Cuticle oil is classified under HS code 330430 — Cosmetic and toilet preparations; manicure or pedicure preparations. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is pure jojoba oil used for cuticles classified here?
If the jojoba oil is packaged and labeled specifically for use as a cuticle treatment for retail sale, it is classified under 3304.30 rather than as a bulk vegetable oil.
Which countries are the top exporters of cuticle oil (HS 330430)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 330430 (the code used for cuticle oil) in UN Comtrade data were China ($319M, 19% of world exports), Germany ($210M) and Poland ($210M). World exports came to about $1.6B, 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 cuticle oil (HS 330430)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 330430 (the code used for cuticle oil) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($207M, 13% of world imports), the United States ($142M) and the United Kingdom ($94M). World imports came to about $1.6B, 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 Cuticle oil the same in all countries?
The base HS code 330430 for Cuticle oil 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 cuticle oil in Brazil?
In Brazil, cuticle oil (HS 330430) is classified under NCM 3304.30.00.