Product classification
HS code for Toothpaste: 3306.10
Oral or dental hygiene preparations, dentifrices.
Classification of toothpaste under HS 3306.10
Toothpaste is classified under HS code 3306.10, which falls within Chapter 33 of the Harmonized System. This chapter covers essential oils and resinoids, perfumery, cosmetic, or toilet preparations. Heading 3306 specifically addresses preparations for oral or dental hygiene. The classification of toothpaste under 3306.10 is determined by General Rule of Interpretation (GRI) 1, which states that classification is governed by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since toothpaste is primarily a dentifrice used for the cleaning of teeth and maintenance of oral hygiene, it fits squarely within this subheading. Even if the toothpaste contains fluoride or other additives designed to prevent dental caries or reduce sensitivity, it remains classified here rather than as a medicament, provided its primary function is oral hygiene. The Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System clarify that dentifrices include pastes, powders, and even tablets used for cleaning teeth. This classification remains consistent regardless of whether the product is intended for use by children or adults, or whether it is formulated as a gel or a traditional paste.
- Covers
- Fluoride toothpaste for daily use
- Whitening toothpaste and gels
- Desensitizing toothpaste for sensitive teeth
- Natural or herbal dentifrices
- Tooth powders and tablets
- Medicated toothpaste (unless primarily therapeutic)
- Also under 3306.10
- Colgate Total Advanced Health
- Crest 3D White Brilliance
- Sensodyne Repair and Protect
- Marvis Classic Strong Mint
- Aquafresh Triple Protection
Codes often confused with 3306.10
Common mistake. Toothpaste is frequently confused with HS code 3004.90, which covers medicaments for therapeutic or prophylactic uses. While some toothpastes have medicinal properties, they are generally excluded from Chapter 30 unless they are specifically formulated for a medical condition and lack the general cleaning properties of a dentifrice. Another common error is using 3306.90, which is a residual category for other oral hygiene products like mouthwashes and denture fixatives. It is critical to use 3306.10 specifically for products that function as dentifrices.
Top exporters and importers of HS 330610 (the code used for toothpaste), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 330610 (the code used for toothpaste) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 12% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 5.1% 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 330610, not only toothpaste.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $556M 12% of world exports
- 2 Poland $505M 11% of world exports
- 3 Germany $451M 9.5% of world exports
World total: $4.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $277M 5.1% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $268M 5.0% of world imports
- 3 Germany $253M 4.7% of world imports
World total: $5.4B 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 toothpaste
Brazil classifies toothpaste under NCM 3306.10.00: HS 3306.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about toothpaste
What is the HS code for Toothpaste?
The HS code for Toothpaste is 330610 (Oral or dental hygiene preparations; dentifrices). The HS code for toothpaste is 3306.10, which covers dentifrices used for oral or dental hygiene.
How do I classify Toothpaste for customs?
Toothpaste is classified under HS code 330610 — Oral or dental hygiene preparations; dentifrices. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does medicated toothpaste change the HS code?
Generally, no. Most medicated toothpastes remain under 3306.10 because their primary function is still oral hygiene. Only products that are purely therapeutic and lack cleaning agents would move to Chapter 30.
Which countries are the top exporters of toothpaste (HS 330610)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 330610 (the code used for toothpaste) in UN Comtrade data were China ($556M, 12% of world exports), Poland ($505M) and Germany ($451M). World exports came to about $4.7B, 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 toothpaste (HS 330610)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 330610 (the code used for toothpaste) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($277M, 5.1% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($268M) and Germany ($253M). World imports came to about $5.4B, 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.
Is the HS code for Toothpaste the same in all countries?
The base HS code 330610 for Toothpaste 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 toothpaste in Brazil?
In Brazil, toothpaste (HS 330610) is classified under NCM 3306.10.00.