Product classification
HS code for Face powder: 3304.91
Cosmetic and toilet preparations, powders, whether or not compressed (excluding lip, eye, manicure or pedicure preparations).
Classification of face powder under HS 3304.91
Face powder is classified under HS code 3304.91, which specifically identifies \"powders, whether or not compressed.\" This subheading is part of Heading 3304, covering beauty or make-up preparations and preparations for the care of the skin. The classification is determined by the product's intended use (cosmetic) and its physical form (powder). This includes loose setting powders, pressed foundation powders, and bronzing powders. It excludes preparations for the lips (3304.10) or eyes (3304.20), even if they are in powder form, as those have their own specific subheadings. The Harmonized System prioritizes the specific application of the cosmetic over the general material composition. Face powders are often formulated with talc, mica, or silica, but their classification remains in Chapter 33 as long as they are put up for retail sale as cosmetics. If the powder has added medicinal properties for treating skin diseases, it might move to Chapter 30, but standard cosmetic powders used for aesthetic purposes or basic skin protection (like oil absorption) are firmly within 3304.91.
- Covers
- Loose face setting powders
- Pressed powder foundations
- Cosmetic bronzing powders
- Translucent finishing powders
- Talc-based cosmetic face powders
- Shimmer powders for facial application
- Also under 3304.91
- Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder
- Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder
- Fenty Beauty Invisimatte Blotting Powder
- Coty Airspun Loose Face Powder
Codes often confused with 3304.91
Common mistake. Face powder is frequently confused with HS code 3304.99, which is the residual category for other beauty preparations like creams and lotions. However, because 3304.91 specifically mentions \"powders,\" it must be used for any powder-form cosmetic. Another common error is 2526.20 for natural steatite or talc; while face powder contains talc, once it is perfumed or packaged for retail as a cosmetic, it must be classified in Chapter 33. Eye shadows in powder form are also misclassified here but belong in 3304.20.
Top exporters and importers of HS 330491 (the code used for face powder), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 330491 (the code used for face powder) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% 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 330491, not only face powder.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $484M 15% of world exports
- 2 Italy $345M 11% of world exports
- 3 United States $342M 11% of world exports
World total: $3.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $444M 14% of world imports
- 2 China $321M 9.8% of world imports
- 3 France $241M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $3.3B 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 face powder
Brazil classifies face powder under NCM 3304.91.00: HS 3304.91 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about face powder
What is the HS code for Face powder?
The HS code for Face powder is 330491 (Cosmetic and toilet preparations; powders, whether or not compressed (excluding lip, eye, manicure or pedicure preparations)). The specific HS code for cosmetic face powders, whether loose or pressed, is 3304.91.
How do I classify Face powder for customs?
Face powder is classified under HS code 330491 — Cosmetic and toilet preparations; powders, whether or not compressed (excluding lip, eye, manicure or pedicure preparations). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are baby powders classified under this code?
No, baby powders are generally classified under HS code 3304.99 or 3307.30 (bath salts and other perfumery), depending on their formulation and marketing, as 3304.91 is primarily for make-up powders.
Which countries are the top exporters of face powder (HS 330491)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 330491 (the code used for face powder) in UN Comtrade data were France ($484M, 15% of world exports), Italy ($345M) and the United States ($342M). World exports came to about $3.1B, 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 face powder (HS 330491)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 330491 (the code used for face powder) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($444M, 14% of world imports), China ($321M) and France ($241M). World imports came to about $3.3B, 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 Face powder the same in all countries?
The base HS code 330491 for Face powder 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 face powder in Brazil?
In Brazil, face powder (HS 330491) is classified under NCM 3304.91.00.