Product classification
HS code for Eyeliner: 3304.20
Cosmetic and toilet preparations, eye make-up.
Classification of eyeliner under HS 3304.20
Eyeliner is classified under HS code 3304.20, which is the specific international designation for eye make-up preparations. This classification falls within Chapter 33 of the Harmonized System, covering essential oils, resinoids, perfumery, and cosmetic preparations. The determination for this code is based on the product's primary function and the specific area of the body it is intended for. According to the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, products are classified by their objective characteristics. Since eyeliner is formulated specifically for application around the eyes to enhance or alter their appearance, it is grouped under the eye make-up sub-heading. This applies to all forms of the product, including liquid, gel, cream, and pencil formats. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the product is marketed for retail consumers or professional make-up artists, provided it does not contain medicinal properties that would reclassify it as a pharmaceutical under Chapter 30.
- Covers
- Liquid eyeliner
- Gel eyeliner pots
- Eyeliner pencils (including mechanical and wooden)
- Kohl and kajal sticks
- Cream-based eye liners
- Waterproof eye liners
- Also under 3304.20
- Maybelline Great Lash Mascara
- Kat Von D Tattoo Liner
- Urban Decay Naked Eyeshadow Palette
- Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz
- Fenty Beauty Flyliner
Codes often confused with 3304.20
Common mistake. Eyeliner is frequently confused with other cosmetic codes. A common error is using HS code 3304.10, which is strictly for lip make-up preparations. Another frequent mistake is classifying eyeliner pencils under HS code 9609.10 (pencils with leads encased in a rigid sheath). However, because the primary function is cosmetic rather than writing or drawing, 3304.20 takes precedence. Additionally, general skin care products under 3304.99 are sometimes used incorrectly when the product has a dual purpose, but the specific eye make-up designation of 3304.20 is the correct legal classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS 330420 (the code used for eyeliner), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 330420 (the code used for eyeliner) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 330420, not only eyeliner.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $736M 15% of world exports
- 2 Germany $596M 12% of world exports
- 3 China $584M 12% of world exports
World total: $5.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $772M 15% of world imports
- 2 France $429M 8.2% of world imports
- 3 Germany $372M 7.1% of world imports
World total: $5.2B 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 eyeliner
Brazil splits HS 3304.20 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 3304.20.10Eye shadow, eyeliner, eyebrow pencil, mascara
- 3304.20.90Other eye make-up preparations
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about eyeliner
What is the HS code for Eyeliner?
The HS code for Eyeliner is 330420 (Cosmetic and toilet preparations; eye make-up). The HS code for eyeliner is 3304.20, which covers all eye make-up preparations.
How do I classify Eyeliner for customs?
Eyeliner is classified under HS code 330420 — Cosmetic and toilet preparations; eye make-up. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the HS code change for permanent eyeliner?
No, pigments used for permanent make-up or tattooing are typically classified under 3204 or 3206 depending on their chemical composition, rather than 3304.20.
Which countries are the top exporters of eyeliner (HS 330420)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 330420 (the code used for eyeliner) in UN Comtrade data were France ($736M, 15% of world exports), Germany ($596M) and China ($584M). World exports came to about $5.0B, 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 eyeliner (HS 330420)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 330420 (the code used for eyeliner) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($772M, 15% of world imports), France ($429M) and Germany ($372M). World imports came to about $5.2B, 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 Eyeliner the same in all countries?
The base HS code 330420 for Eyeliner 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 eyeliner in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 330420 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for eyeliner depends on the product's details: 3304.20.10 (Eye shadow, eyeliner, eyebrow pencil, mascara), 3304.20.90 (Other eye make-up preparations).