Product classification
HS code for Scouring pad: 7323.10
Iron or steel, wool, pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like.
Classification of scouring pad under HS 7323.10
Scouring pads made of iron or steel are classified under HS code 7323.10. This classification is based on the material composition and the specific functional application of the product within a household or industrial cleaning context. Heading 73.23 covers table, kitchen, or other household articles and parts thereof, of iron or steel. Subheading 7323.10 specifically identifies iron or steel wool, pot scourers, and scouring or polishing pads. These products are manufactured by shaving thin strands of steel from a wire or sheet, which are then bundled or woven into a pad. The abrasive nature of the steel allows for the removal of stubborn residues from surfaces. According to the Explanatory Notes for Chapter 73, these articles are classified here regardless of whether they are for domestic or professional use. The classification is distinct from abrasive preparations (Chapter 34) or plastic scouring pads (Chapter 39). By placing these items in Chapter 73, the Harmonized System recognizes the primary characteristic of the product as a manufactured article of base metal. This ensures that metal-based cleaning tools are grouped with other steel kitchenware, facilitating consistent tariff application. The inclusion of gloves made of steel wool in this subheading further emphasizes that the material and its abrasive function are the primary drivers for this specific classification.
- Covers
- Steel wool pads
- Stainless steel pot scourers
- Iron wool for polishing
- Metal scouring sponges
- Steel wool cleaning gloves
- Also under 7323.10
Brillo Pads, S.O.S. Pads, Scotch-Brite Heavy Duty Scourers, Chore Boy Scrubber, Mr. Clean Magic Eraser (some variants)
Codes often confused with 7323.10
Common mistake. Scouring pads are frequently misclassified under 3924.90 if they are made of plastic or nylon. If the pad consists of a textile material coated with abrasive powder, it may fall under 6805.30. It is critical to identify the base material; only those made primarily of iron or steel fibers belong in 7323.10.
Top exporters and importers of HS 732310 (the code used for scouring pad), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 732310 (the code used for scouring pad) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 64% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 16% 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 732310, not only scouring pad.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $179M 64% of world exports
- 2 Germany $11M 3.8% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $8.9M 3.2% of world exports
World total: $281M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $44M 16% of world imports
- 2 United States $25M 8.7% of world imports
- 3 Germany $9.9M 3.5% of world imports
World total: $283M 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 scouring pad
Brazil classifies scouring pad under NCM 7323.10.00: HS 7323.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about scouring pad
What is the HS code for Scouring pad?
The HS code for Scouring pad is 732310 (Iron or steel; wool, pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like).
How do I classify Scouring pad for customs?
Scouring pad is classified under HS code 732310 — Iron or steel; wool, pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for steel scouring pads?
The HS code for scouring pads made of iron or steel is 7323.10.00.
Are copper scouring pads included here?
No, copper scouring pads are classified under HS code 7418.10, which covers similar household articles made of copper.
Which countries are the top exporters of scouring pad (HS 732310)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 732310 (the code used for scouring pad) in UN Comtrade data were China ($179M, 64% of world exports), Germany ($11M) and the Netherlands ($8.9M). World exports came to about $281M, 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 scouring pad (HS 732310)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 732310 (the code used for scouring pad) in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($44M, 16% of world imports), the United States ($25M) and Germany ($9.9M). World imports came to about $283M, 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 Scouring pad the same in all countries?
The base HS code 732310 for Scouring 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 scouring pad in Brazil?
In Brazil, scouring pad (HS 732310) is classified under NCM 7323.10.00.