Product classification
HS code for Dental wax: 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.
Classification of dental wax under HS 3407.00
Dental wax is classified under HS code 3407.00. This heading specifically covers modelling pastes, including those put up for children's amusement, and preparations known as "dental wax" or "dental impression compounds." The classification is determined by the material composition and the specific application in the dental field. Chapter 34 generally covers soap, organic surface-active agents, and various waxing or polishing preparations. Heading 3407 is unique because it includes specialized chemical preparations used for dental modeling and impressions. These products are usually mixtures of paraffin, beeswax, or synthetic waxes combined with resins and colorants. To qualify for this code, the product must be put up in sets, in packings for retail sale, or in specific forms such as plates, horseshoe shapes, or sticks. The Harmonized System Explanatory Notes clarify that these preparations are used in dentistry to take impressions of teeth or to form models for dentures and other dental prosthetics.
- Covers
- Bite registration wax
- Orthodontic relief wax
- Base plate wax for dentures
- Casting and inlay wax
- Sticky wax for dental repairs
- Utility and boxing wax
- Also under 3407.00
- 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. A common misclassification occurs with HS code 2712, which covers petroleum wax and paraffin wax. While dental wax contains these materials, 2712 is for raw materials, whereas 3407.00 is for prepared dental products. Additionally, some importers mistakenly use HS code 3824, which covers miscellaneous chemical products. However, since dental wax is specifically named in the description for 3407.00, that heading must be used according to GRI 1.
Top exporters and importers of HS 340700 (the code used for dental wax), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 340700 (the code used for dental wax) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 340700, not only dental wax.
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 dental wax
Brazil splits HS 3407.00 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 3407.00.10Modelling pastes
- 3407.00.20Dental waxes
- 3407.00.90Other dental preparations based on plaster
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about dental wax
What is the HS code for Dental wax?
The HS code for Dental wax is 340700 (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). The HS code for dental wax is 3407.00, which includes modelling pastes and dental impression compounds.
How do I classify Dental wax for customs?
Dental wax is classified under HS code 340700 — 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 is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include wax used for orthodontic braces?
Yes, orthodontic wax used to protect the gums from irritation caused by braces is classified under 3407.00 when packaged for dental use.
Which countries are the top exporters of dental wax (HS 340700)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 340700 (the code used for dental wax) 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 dental wax (HS 340700)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 340700 (the code used for dental wax) 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.
Is the HS code for Dental wax the same in all countries?
The base HS code 340700 for Dental wax 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 dental wax in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 340700 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for dental wax depends on the product's details: 3407.00.10 (Modelling pastes), 3407.00.20 (Dental waxes), 3407.00.90 (Other dental preparations based on plaster).