Product classification
HS code for Incense: 3307.41
Perfumes and deodorizers, perfuming or deodorizing preparations for rooms, agarbatti and other odoriferous preparations which operate by burning (including those used during religious rites).
Classification of incense under HS 3307.41
Incense is classified under HS code 3307.41, which falls within Chapter 33 of the Harmonized System, covering essential oils, resinoids, and perfumery preparations. Specifically, heading 3307 encompasses preparations for perfuming or deodorizing rooms. Subheading 3307.41 is reserved for "Agarbatti" and other odoriferous preparations which operate by burning. The classification is strictly determined by the physical mechanism of the product; it must be a preparation designed to be ignited to release fragrance through combustion. This distinguishes it from passive diffusers or liquid sprays. The Harmonized System specifically names Agarbatti in this subheading due to its global prevalence in religious and domestic settings. For a product to be correctly classified here, it must consist of a combustible base—often charcoal or wood powder—mixed with aromatic substances like essential oils, resins, or synthetic fragrances. If the product does not require burning to function, it cannot be classified under this specific subheading.
- Covers
- Agarbatti (incense sticks)
- Incense cones
- Joss sticks
- Dhoop and dhoop sticks
- Scented coils designed for burning
- Religious incense preparations
- Also under 3307.41
- Satya Sai Baba Nag Champa Incense
- HEM Incense Sticks
- Stamford Incense Cones
- Shoyeido Japanese Incense
- Pure Incense
Codes often confused with 3307.41
Common mistake. Incense is frequently misclassified under HS code 3307.49, which covers other room deodorizing preparations that do not operate by burning, such as potpourri or scented sachets. Another common error is using HS code 4421.99 for wooden incense sticks; however, once the stick is coated with aromatic preparations, the chemical heading 3307 takes precedence over the material heading for wood. Additionally, electric fragrance diffusers are classified under 8516.79 as electro-thermic appliances, not as incense.
Top exporters and importers of HS 330741 (the code used for incense), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 330741 (the code used for incense) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 11% 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 330741, not only incense.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $159M 31% of world exports
- 2 India $155M 30% of world exports
- 3 Spain $59M 11% of world exports
World total: $518M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Malaysia $44M 11% of world imports
- 2 United States $32M 8.2% of world imports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$27M 6.9% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $392M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 incense
Brazil classifies incense under NCM 3307.41.00: HS 3307.41 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about incense
What is the HS code for Incense?
The HS code for Incense is 330741 (Perfumes and deodorizers; perfuming or deodorizing preparations for rooms, agarbatti and other odoriferous preparations which operate by burning (including those used during religious rites)). The primary HS code for incense that operates by burning, including Agarbatti, is 3307.41.
How do I classify Incense for customs?
Incense is classified under HS code 330741 — Perfumes and deodorizers; perfuming or deodorizing preparations for rooms, agarbatti and other odoriferous preparations which operate by burning (including those used during religious rites). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include liquid room sprays?
No, liquid room sprays and other non-burning deodorizers are classified under HS code 3307.49.
Which countries are the top exporters of incense (HS 330741)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 330741 (the code used for incense) in UN Comtrade data were China ($159M, 31% of world exports), India ($155M) and Spain ($59M). World exports came to about $518M, 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 incense (HS 330741)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 330741 (the code used for incense) in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($44M, 11% of world imports), the United States ($32M) and Taiwan (about $27M). World imports came to about $392M, 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 Incense the same in all countries?
The base HS code 330741 for Incense 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 incense in Brazil?
In Brazil, incense (HS 330741) is classified under NCM 3307.41.00.