Product classification
HS code for Spermicides: 3006.60
Pharmaceutical goods, chemical contraceptive preparations based on hormones, on other products of heading 2937 or on spermicides.
Classification of spermicides under HS 3006.60
Spermicides are chemical substances designed to inhibit or kill spermatozoa, used primarily as a method of contraception. These products are classified under Chapter 30 of the Harmonized System, which covers pharmaceutical products. Specifically, heading 3006 is designated for "pharmaceutical goods" specified in Note 4 to this Chapter. Subheading 3006.60 is a specialized category for chemical contraceptive preparations based on hormones, on other products of heading 29.37, or on spermicides. This classification is functional; it groups products based on their intended medical or contraceptive use rather than their purely chemical composition. Whether the spermicide is presented as a gel, cream, foam, or film, its primary classification remains 3006.60 because it is a prepared pharmaceutical contraceptive. The inclusion of spermicides in this heading ensures that these products are treated as medical goods rather than general chemical mixtures or personal care products, which facilitates consistent tariff application across international borders.
- Covers
- Spermicidal gels and creams
- Contraceptive foams containing spermicidal agents
- Spermicidal vaginal films
- Contraceptive sponges impregnated with spermicides
- Spermicidal suppositories or pessaries
- Also under 3006.60
- Yaz
- Depo-Provera
- NuvaRing
- Ortho Evra
- Gynol II
Codes often confused with 3006.60
Common mistake. Spermicides are sometimes misclassified under heading 3808, which covers insecticides, rodenticides, and disinfectants, due to their "-cide" suffix and chemical nature. However, heading 3006.60 is more specific for human contraceptive use. They may also be confused with personal lubricants under heading 3307 or 3907; however, if the product contains an active spermicidal agent and is marketed for contraception, 3006.60 takes precedence. Another common error is using heading 2937 for the raw chemical components, but once prepared for contraceptive use, the finished product must move to Chapter 30.
Top exporters and importers of HS 300660 (the code used for spermicides), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 300660 (the code used for spermicides) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 35% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 53% 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 300660, not only spermicides.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $1.3B 35% of world exports
- 2 Germany $696M 19% of world exports
- 3 Hungary $373M 10% of world exports
World total: $3.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.2B 53% of world imports
- 2 China $247M 5.8% of world imports
- 3 Russia* ~$159M 3.8% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $4.2B 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 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. 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 spermicides
Brazil classifies spermicides under NCM 3006.60.00: HS 3006.60 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about spermicides
What is the HS code for Spermicides?
The HS code for Spermicides is 300660 (Pharmaceutical goods; chemical contraceptive preparations based on hormones, on other products of heading 2937 or on spermicides). The HS code for spermicides is 3006.60, which includes chemical contraceptive preparations based on spermicides.
How do I classify Spermicides for customs?
Spermicides is classified under HS code 300660 — Pharmaceutical goods; chemical contraceptive preparations based on hormones, on other products of heading 2937 or on spermicides. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are spermicidal condoms classified under this code?
No, condoms, even if they contain spermicide, are generally classified under heading 4014 as hygienic or pharmaceutical articles of vulcanized rubber.
Which countries are the top exporters of spermicides (HS 300660)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 300660 (the code used for spermicides) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($1.3B, 35% of world exports), Germany ($696M) and Hungary ($373M). World exports came to about $3.6B, 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 spermicides (HS 300660)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 300660 (the code used for spermicides) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.2B, 53% of world imports), China ($247M) and Russia (about $159M). World imports came to about $4.2B, 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 Spermicides the same in all countries?
The base HS code 300660 for Spermicides 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 spermicides in Brazil?
In Brazil, spermicides (HS 300660) is classified under NCM 3006.60.00.