Product classification
HS code for Floor polish: 3405.20
Polishes, creams and similar preparations, for the maintenance of wooden furniture, floors or other woodwork, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404.
Classification of floor polish under HS 3405.20
Floor polish is classified under HS code 3405.20, which covers polishes, creams, and similar preparations for the maintenance of wooden furniture, floors, or other woodwork. This classification is found within Chapter 34, which deals with soap, organic surface-active agents, and polishing preparations. The specific subheading 3405.20 excludes artificial waxes and prepared waxes of heading 34.04. The classification is based on the chemical composition and the intended application of the product. To fall under this code, the preparation must be intended for the preservation or enhancement of wood surfaces. It includes products that provide a protective coating or a glossy finish through mechanical rubbing or application. The distinction between a cleaning agent and a polish is critical; polishes contain abrasive or film-forming substances that remain on the surface to provide luster, whereas cleaners are designed to be rinsed away.
- Covers
- Hardwood floor wax
- Liquid floor polish for parquet
- Wood floor restorative creams
- Beeswax-based floor polishes
- Polyurethane-based wood floor finishes
- Also under 3405.20
- Pledge Furniture Polish
- Old English Lemon Oil
- Howard Feed-N-Wax
- Bona Hardwood Floor Polish
- Guardsman Wood Polish
Codes often confused with 3405.20
Common mistake. Floor polish is often misclassified under HS code 3402.90, which covers general surface cleaning preparations. However, if the product is specifically for polishing wood, 3405.20 is more specific. It is also confused with HS code 3405.40 (scouring pastes and powders) or 3405.90 (polishes for glass or metal). Furthermore, if the product is a pure wax without added solvents or emulsifiers, it may fall under heading 3404 (Artificial waxes and prepared waxes).
Top exporters and importers of HS 340520 (the code used for floor polish), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 340520 (the code used for floor polish) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 6.9% 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 340520, not only floor polish.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $37M 22% of world exports
- 2 Denmark $16M 9.7% of world exports
- 3 United States $15M 9.3% of world exports
World total: $165M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $11M 6.9% of world imports
- 2 Italy $9.3M 5.9% of world imports
- 3 Belgium $8.7M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $157M 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 floor polish
Brazil classifies floor polish under NCM 3405.20.00: HS 3405.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about floor polish
What is the HS code for Floor polish?
The HS code for Floor polish is 340520 (Polishes, creams and similar preparations; for the maintenance of wooden furniture, floors or other woodwork, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404). The HS code for floor polish intended for wooden surfaces is 3405.20.
How do I classify Floor polish for customs?
Floor polish is classified under HS code 340520 — Polishes, creams and similar preparations; for the maintenance of wooden furniture, floors or other woodwork, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code cover stone floor polish?
No, polishes for stone, concrete, or materials other than wood are generally classified under HS code 3405.90.
Which countries are the top exporters of floor polish (HS 340520)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 340520 (the code used for floor polish) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($37M, 22% of world exports), Denmark ($16M) and the United States ($15M). World exports came to about $165M, 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 floor polish (HS 340520)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 340520 (the code used for floor polish) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($11M, 6.9% of world imports), Italy ($9.3M) and Belgium ($8.7M). World imports came to about $157M, 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 Floor polish the same in all countries?
The base HS code 340520 for Floor polish 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 floor polish in Brazil?
In Brazil, floor polish (HS 340520) is classified under NCM 3405.20.00.