Product classification
HS code for Hair mousse: 3305.90
Hair preparations, n.e.c. in heading no. 3305.
Classification of hair mousse under HS 3305.90
Hair mousse is classified under HS code 3305.90. As a styling product that provides volume and hold through a foam-like consistency, it is categorized under "Hair preparations; other" within heading 3305. While it shares some functional similarities with hair lacquers (3305.30) in terms of styling, the physical form and application method of mousse distinguish it. It is not a shampoo (3305.10) nor a permanent waving preparation (3305.20). Therefore, following the hierarchical structure of the Harmonized System, it is relegated to the residual subheading 3305.90. This code covers a wide array of hair styling products including gels, creams, and foams that do not fit the specific definitions of the preceding subheadings. The classification is supported by GRI 1 and 6, ensuring that the product is placed in the most appropriate category based on its chemical nature and intended use. Hair mousse typically consists of a mixture of water, resins, and surfactants, often packaged in an aerosol can with a propellant to create the characteristic foam. Because it is a preparation for the hair and is not specifically named in 3305.10 through 3305.30, 3305.90 is the legally correct classification. This applies to all types of mousse, whether marketed for volumizing, curling, or smoothing.
- Covers
- Volumizing hair mousse
- Styling foam
- Setting mousse
- Conditioning mousse
- Color-depositing styling foam
- Also under 3305.90
- Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector
- Kérastase Elixir Ultime Hair Oil
- Garnier Fructis Style Curl Sculpting Cream Gel
- Redken One United Leave-In Conditioner
- Clairol Nice 'n Easy Hair Color
Codes often confused with 3305.90
Common mistake. Hair mousse is frequently misclassified under 3305.30 (Hair lacquers). While both are styling products, the HS nomenclature distinguishes lacquers (sprays) from other preparations. Another common error is 3402.20, which covers surface-active preparations put up for retail sale; however, because mousse is specifically for use on the hair, heading 3305 is more specific and takes precedence according to GRI 3(a). It should also not be confused with shaving foam, which is classified under 3307.10.
Top exporters and importers of HS 330590 (the code used for hair mousse), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 330590 (the code used for hair mousse) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 11% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% 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 330590, not only hair mousse.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $1.3B 11% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.1B 9.3% of world exports
- 3 United States $991M 8.2% of world exports
World total: $12.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.5B 12% of world imports
- 2 Germany $855M 7.0% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $685M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $12.2B 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 code for hair mousse
Brazil classifies hair mousse under NCM 3305.90.00: HS 3305.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about hair mousse
What is the HS code for Hair mousse?
The HS code for Hair mousse is 330590 (Hair preparations; n.e.c. in heading no. 3305). The HS code for hair mousse is 3305.90, which is the category for other hair preparations.
How do I classify Hair mousse for customs?
Hair mousse is classified under HS code 330590 — Hair preparations; n.e.c. in heading no. 3305. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is hair gel classified under the same code?
Yes, hair styling gels are also classified under HS code 3305.90 as they are hair preparations not specified elsewhere.
Which countries are the top exporters of hair mousse (HS 330590)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 330590 (the code used for hair mousse) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($1.3B, 11% of world exports), Germany ($1.1B) and the United States ($991M). World exports came to about $12.1B, 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 hair mousse (HS 330590)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 330590 (the code used for hair mousse) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.5B, 12% of world imports), Germany ($855M) and the United Kingdom ($685M). World imports came to about $12.2B, 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 Hair mousse the same in all countries?
The base HS code 330590 for Hair mousse 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 hair mousse in Brazil?
In Brazil, hair mousse (HS 330590) is classified under NCM 3305.90.00.