Product classification
HS code for Nail care products: 3304.30
Cosmetic and toilet preparations, manicure or pedicure preparations.
Classification of nail care products under HS 3304.30
Nail care products are classified under HS code 3304.30. This code is part of Heading 3304, which covers beauty or make-up preparations and preparations for the care of the skin, other than medicaments. Subheading 3304.30 specifically identifies 'manicure or pedicure preparations.' This includes any chemical substance applied to the nails for aesthetic or protective purposes. The classification is based on the chemical nature and the intended use of the product. Unlike tools (which fall under Chapter 82) or brushes (Chapter 96), these are consumable chemical formulations. The General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6 are applied to place these items here because the heading and subheading explicitly describe preparations for manicure and pedicure. This category encompasses both professional salon products and retail consumer goods.
- Covers
- Nail polish and lacquers
- Nail polish removers (acetone and non-acetone)
- Cuticle creams and oils
- Nail hardeners and strengtheners
- Base coats and top coats
- Also under 3304.30
- OPI Nail Lacquer
- Essie Gel Couture
- Sally Hansen Miracle Gel
- Seche Vite Top Coat
- CND Shellac
Codes often confused with 3304.30
Common mistake. Nail care products are often confused with HS code 8214.20, which covers manicure and pedicure instruments like files and clippers. It is vital to separate the chemical 'preparations' (3304.30) from the physical 'tools' (8214.20). Additionally, medicated nail treatments intended to treat fungal infections may be misclassified here but should actually be under Chapter 30 as medicaments if they contain therapeutic active ingredients.
Top exporters and importers of HS 330430 (the code used for nail care products), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 330430 (the code used for nail care products) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 13% 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 330430, not only nail care products.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $319M 19% of world exports
- 2 Germany $210M 13% of world exports
- 3 Poland $210M 13% of world exports
World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $207M 13% of world imports
- 2 United States $142M 9.0% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $94M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $1.6B 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 nail care products
Brazil classifies nail care products under NCM 3304.30.00: HS 3304.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about nail care products
What is the HS code for Nail care products?
The HS code for Nail care products is 330430 (Cosmetic and toilet preparations; manicure or pedicure preparations). The HS code for manicure or pedicure preparations, including polish and removers, is 3304.30.
How do I classify Nail care products for customs?
Nail care products is classified under HS code 330430 — Cosmetic and toilet preparations; manicure or pedicure preparations. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does nail polish remover have a different code?
No, nail polish remover is considered a manicure preparation and is classified under 3304.30, even if sold separately from the polish.
Which countries are the top exporters of nail care products (HS 330430)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 330430 (the code used for nail care products) in UN Comtrade data were China ($319M, 19% of world exports), Germany ($210M) and Poland ($210M). World exports came to about $1.6B, 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 nail care products (HS 330430)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 330430 (the code used for nail care products) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($207M, 13% of world imports), the United States ($142M) and the United Kingdom ($94M). World imports came to about $1.6B, 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 Nail care products the same in all countries?
The base HS code 330430 for Nail care products 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 nail care products in Brazil?
In Brazil, nail care products (HS 330430) is classified under NCM 3304.30.00.