Product classification
HS code for Makeup pad: 9616.20
Powder puffs and pads, for the application of cosmetics or toilet preparations.
Classification of makeup pad under HS 9616.20
Makeup pads and powder puffs are classified under HS code 9616.20. This subheading is located within Chapter 96 (Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles) and heading 9616, which covers scent sprays and similar toilet sprays, and their mounts and heads, as well as powder-puffs and pads for the application of cosmetics or toilet preparations. The classification applies to pads made of various materials, including textile fabrics, wadding, felt, or cellular rubber and plastics, provided they are designed for the specific purpose of applying or removing cosmetics. This includes both disposable cotton pads and reusable microfiber or sponge applicators. The primary factor for classification here is the intended use and the form of the product as a finished applicator. Unlike bulk cotton wool, these items are cut to shape or finished with edges, ribbons, or handles to facilitate the application of powders, lotions, or cleansers. Classification is guided by GRI 1, as the heading text explicitly names \"pads for the application of cosmetics.\"
- Covers
- Cotton wool makeup removal pads
- Powder puffs made of swan\'s down or textile
- Cosmetic sponges for foundation application
- Reusable microfiber makeup remover pads
- Foam pads for applying toilet preparations
- Also under 9616.20
- Beautyblender sponges
- Real Techniques makeup sponges
- Ecotools powder puffs
- Shiseido facial cotton
- generic velour powder puffs
- Fenty Beauty sponges
- Juno & Co. sponges.
Codes often confused with 9616.20
Common mistake. Makeup pads are frequently misclassified under 5601.21 if they are made of cotton wadding. However, if they are cut to a specific shape (like circles or squares) for cosmetic use, 9616.20 takes precedence. They are also sometimes confused with makeup brushes (9603.30), but 9616.20 is reserved for puffs and pads without handles or bristles. Furthermore, pads impregnated with soap or detergent are classified under 3401.11 or 3401.19, and those with makeup removers may fall under 3304.99.
Top exporters and importers of HS 961620 (the code used for makeup pad), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 961620 (the code used for makeup pad) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 61% 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 961620, not only makeup pad.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $249M 61% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $24M 5.9% of world exports
- 3 United States $21M 5.3% of world exports
World total: $407M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $61M 14% of world imports
- 2 Japan $46M 11% of world imports
- 3 France $38M 8.8% of world imports
World total: $433M 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 makeup pad
Brazil classifies makeup pad under NCM 9616.20.00: HS 9616.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about makeup pad
What is the HS code for Makeup pad?
The HS code for Makeup pad is 961620 (Powder puffs and pads; for the application of cosmetics or toilet preparations). The HS code for makeup pads and powder puffs is 9616.20.
How do I classify Makeup pad for customs?
Makeup pad is classified under HS code 961620 — Powder puffs and pads; for the application of cosmetics or toilet preparations. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are reusable makeup pads classified under the same code as disposable ones?
Yes, as long as they are designed as pads for the application or removal of cosmetics, both reusable textile pads and disposable cotton pads fall under 9616.20.
Which countries are the top exporters of makeup pad (HS 961620)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 961620 (the code used for makeup pad) in UN Comtrade data were China ($249M, 61% of world exports), the Netherlands ($24M) and the United States ($21M). World exports came to about $407M, 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 makeup pad (HS 961620)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 961620 (the code used for makeup pad) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($61M, 14% of world imports), Japan ($46M) and France ($38M). World imports came to about $433M, 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 Makeup pad the same in all countries?
The base HS code 961620 for Makeup pad 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 makeup pad in Brazil?
In Brazil, makeup pad (HS 961620) is classified under NCM 9616.20.00.