HS Code for General purpose polish
General purpose polish is classified under HS code 3405.90. This code is part of Chapter 34, which covers soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, and polishing or scouring preparations. Heading 3405 specifically includes polishes and creams for footwear, furniture, floors, coachwork, glass, or metal. The sub-heading 3405.90 is a residual category for "other" polishes that do not fit into the specific categories of footwear (3405.10), furniture/floors (3405.20), or coachwork (3405.30). General purpose polishes are typically mixtures of waxes, solvents, and sometimes mild abrasives designed to clean and shine a variety of surfaces such as plastics, multi-material household items, or specialized industrial surfaces. The classification is based on the product's intended use as a polishing or scouring preparation.
Products Included
- Multi-surface household polishes
- Metal polishing pastes and liquids
- Glass polishing preparations
- Plastic and acrylic polishes
- Stone or marble polishing creams
- Abrasive scouring pastes for general cleaning
Common Misclassification
General purpose polishes are frequently confused with HS code 3402, which covers organic surface-active agents and cleaning preparations. The distinction lies in the presence of abrasive or polishing agents (like waxes or fine minerals); if the product's primary function is simply to remove dirt via surfactants, it belongs in 3402. If it leaves a protective shine or uses abrasives to smooth a surface, it belongs in 3405. Another common error is 3404, which covers artificial and prepared waxes. If the wax is a raw material or a simple mixture not yet prepared as a polish, it stays in 3404, but once it is formulated for a specific polishing task, it moves to 3405.
FAQ
What is the HS code for general purpose polish?
The HS code for general purpose polish is 3405.90, covering polishing preparations not elsewhere specified.
Is car wax included in this code?
No, car wax and other polishes for vehicle bodywork are specifically classified under HS code 3405.30.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for General purpose polish?
The HS code for General purpose polish is 340590 (Polishes, creams and similar preparations; n.e.c. in heading no. 3405, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404).
How do I classify General purpose polish for customs?
General purpose polish is classified under HS code 340590 — Polishes, creams and similar preparations; n.e.c. in heading no. 3405, excluding waxes of heading no. 3404. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for General purpose polish the same in all countries?
The base HS code 340590 for General purpose 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.