Product classification
HS code for Toothbrushes: 9603.21
Brushes, toothbrushes.
Classification of toothbrushes under HS 9603.21
Toothbrushes are classified under HS code 9603.21. This code is found in Chapter 96, which covers miscellaneous manufactured articles. Heading 9603 is broad, covering brooms, brushes, hand-operated mechanical floor sweepers, mops, and feather dusters. Subheading 9603.21 is specifically designated for toothbrushes, including those used for cleaning dental plates (dentures). The classification is based on the physical form and intended use of the article as a grooming or hygienic brush. This includes manual toothbrushes made of various materials, such as plastic or bamboo, as well as the replaceable heads for electric toothbrushes. The essential character of the item is the brush filament and its arrangement for oral hygiene. While the mechanical body of an electric toothbrush might be classified elsewhere, the brush component itself remains firmly within 9603.21. This code is used globally to track the trade of oral care implements and is generally consistent across most national tariffs due to the specific nature of the subheading.
- Covers
- Manual adult and children's toothbrushes
- Bamboo and biodegradable toothbrushes
- Replacement heads for electric toothbrushes
- Denture cleaning brushes
- Travel toothbrushes
- Also under 9603.21
- Oral-B manual toothbrushes
- Philips Sonicare brush heads
- Colgate 360
- Curaprox toothbrushes
- GUM interdental brushes
Codes often confused with 9603.21
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with electric toothbrush bodies, which are often classified under 8509.80 (electromechanical domestic appliances). While the brush head is 9603.21, the motorized handle is not. Additionally, 9603.29 is sometimes used incorrectly; this code is for other toilet brushes, such as hairbrushes or nail brushes, and should not be used for oral hygiene products.
Top exporters and importers of HS 960321 (the code used for toothbrushes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 960321 (the code used for toothbrushes) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 15% 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 960321, not only toothbrushes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $889M 27% of world exports
- 2 Germany $652M 20% of world exports
- 3 Switzerland $235M 7.2% of world exports
World total: $3.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $493M 15% of world imports
- 2 United States $312M 9.4% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $138M 4.2% of world imports
World total: $3.3B 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 toothbrushes
Brazil classifies toothbrushes under NCM 9603.21.00: HS 9603.21 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about toothbrushes
What is the HS code for Toothbrushes?
The HS code for Toothbrushes is 960321 (Brushes; toothbrushes). The HS code for all types of toothbrushes, including denture brushes, is 9603.21.
How do I classify Toothbrushes for customs?
Toothbrushes is classified under HS code 960321 — Brushes; toothbrushes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are electric toothbrush heads classified differently?
No, replacement heads for electric toothbrushes are classified under 9603.21, the same as manual toothbrushes.
Which countries are the top exporters of toothbrushes (HS 960321)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 960321 (the code used for toothbrushes) in UN Comtrade data were China ($889M, 27% of world exports), Germany ($652M) and Switzerland ($235M). World exports came to about $3.3B, 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 toothbrushes (HS 960321)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 960321 (the code used for toothbrushes) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($493M, 15% of world imports), the United States ($312M) and the United Kingdom ($138M). World imports came to about $3.3B, 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 Toothbrushes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 960321 for Toothbrushes 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 toothbrushes in Brazil?
In Brazil, toothbrushes (HS 960321) is classified under NCM 9603.21.00.