Product classification
HS code for Shaving brushes: 9603.29
Brushes, shaving, hair, nail, eyelash and other toilet brushes for use on the person, including brushes as parts of appliances.
Classification of shaving brushes under HS 9603.29
Shaving brushes are classified under HS code 9603.29, which specifically covers shaving brushes, hairbrushes, nail brushes, eyelash brushes, and other toilet brushes for use on the person. This classification is governed by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, specifically GRI 1, which dictates that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Shaving brushes consist of a handle—often made of wood, plastic, or metal—and a tuft of bristles, which may be natural (such as badger or boar hair) or synthetic. Because these items are designed for personal grooming and hygiene, they are categorized within Chapter 96, which deals with miscellaneous manufactured articles, rather than being classified by their component materials like wood or plastic. The specific subheading 9603.29 is used for brushes that are applied directly to the human body, distinguishing them from industrial brushes or those used for cleaning inanimate objects. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the brush is sold individually or as part of a set, provided the brush retains its individual character. Importers must ensure that the bristles are not from endangered species, as this may trigger additional CITES regulations, though the HS code itself remains the same.
- Covers
- Badger hair shaving brushes
- Boar hair shaving brushes
- Synthetic fiber shaving brushes
- Travel shaving brushes with retractable handles
- Shaving brushes with wooden, resin, or metallic handles
- Professional barber shaving brushes
- Also under 9603.29
- Kent Brushes (hair, shaving)
- Real Techniques makeup brushes
- Tangle Teezer hairbrushes
- Artis makeup brushes
- The Body Shop bath brushes
- Tweezerman nail brushes
Codes often confused with 9603.29
Common mistake. Shaving brushes are frequently misclassified under HS code 9603.30, which is reserved for artists' brushes, writing brushes, and similar brushes for the application of cosmetics. While a shaving brush is used on the face, it is technically a toilet brush rather than a cosmetic applicator. Another common error is using HS code 9603.90, which is a residual category for other types of brushes like brooms or mops. If the brush is part of a mechanical appliance, it might be confused with parts under 8510, but manual shaving brushes always remain in 9603.29.
Top exporters and importers of HS 960329 (the code used for shaving brushes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 960329 (the code used for shaving brushes) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 61% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 960329, not only shaving brushes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $831M 61% of world exports
- 2 Germany $84M 6.2% of world exports
- 3 United Kingdom $60M 4.4% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $186M 16% of world imports
- 2 Germany $97M 8.4% of world imports
- 3 South Korea $71M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $1.2B 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 shaving brushes
Brazil classifies shaving brushes under NCM 9603.29.00: HS 9603.29 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about shaving brushes
What is the HS code for Shaving brushes?
The HS code for Shaving brushes is 960329 (Brushes; shaving, hair, nail, eyelash and other toilet brushes for use on the person, including brushes as parts of appliances). The HS code for shaving brushes is 9603.29, which falls under the category of toilet brushes for use on the person.
How do I classify Shaving brushes for customs?
Shaving brushes is classified under HS code 960329 — Brushes; shaving, hair, nail, eyelash and other toilet brushes for use on the person, including brushes as parts of appliances. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are synthetic shaving brushes classified differently than natural hair brushes?
No, both synthetic and natural hair shaving brushes are classified under 9603.29 as they serve the same function as toilet brushes for personal use.
Which countries are the top exporters of shaving brushes (HS 960329)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 960329 (the code used for shaving brushes) in UN Comtrade data were China ($831M, 61% of world exports), Germany ($84M) and the United Kingdom ($60M). World exports came to about $1.4B, 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 shaving brushes (HS 960329)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 960329 (the code used for shaving brushes) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($186M, 16% of world imports), Germany ($97M) and South Korea ($71M). World imports came to about $1.2B, 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 Shaving brushes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 960329 for Shaving brushes 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 shaving brushes in Brazil?
In Brazil, shaving brushes (HS 960329) is classified under NCM 9603.29.00.