HS-2 · Chapter 33
HS chapter 33: Essential oils and resinoids
Section VI — Products of the chemical or allied industries
Essential oils, perfumes, and cosmetic preparations fall under this chapter, which includes products like lavender essential oil or a bottle of cologne. These goods are often used in personal care, fragrances, and beauty applications.
To select the correct HS-4 code, start by identifying the product's primary use and form. For example, if you have a product that is an essential oil, check if it is a concentrate or a raw material for industrial use. This will guide you to HS-3301 or HS-3302.
Next, consider the specific characteristics of your product. If it’s a cosmetic preparation, you’ll need to determine if it’s a skincare item, hair product, or something else entirely. This helps in narrowing down to HS-3304 or HS-3305. Pay close attention to the product's packaging and intended use to avoid confusion with similar items.
Finally, be aware of the nuances in descriptions. For instance, if your product is a deodorant or a shaving preparation, you would look at HS-3307. Always refer to the notes and subheadings in the chapter for additional guidance on classification.
Terms & reference phrasing
These phrases describe how this chapter is discussed in trade, customs, and search—they stay on this page for context; they are not search shortcuts.
essential oils · perfumery products · cosmetic preparations · toilet waters · hair care products · oral hygiene preparations · fragrance industry · personal care items · aromatic substances · industrial fragrance · skin care products · deodorants · shaving preparations · lavender oil · cosmetic packaging · beauty products · dental hygiene · room deodorizers
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- how to classify essential oils for import
- HS codes for cosmetic and beauty products
- understanding perfumery product classifications
- choosing the right HS-4 code for deodorants
- guidelines for importing hair care products
- identifying HS codes for oral hygiene items
- differences between essential oils and fragrance oils
- requirements for cosmetic product labeling and HS codes
Examples & common questions
Example products are typical trade descriptions. Questions below are how people often frame classification for this chapter—use them as reading context, then confirm against your tariff book and legal notes.
Example products
- Lavender essential oil in a 50ml bottle
- Aromatic compounds for industrial fragrance production
- Moisturizing cream for skin care in retail packaging
- Hair styling gel in a 200ml tube
- Toothpaste with whitening properties in a 100ml tube
- After-shave lotion in a 100ml bottle
- Perfumed room spray with disinfectant properties
- Cosmetic face mask in individual sachets
Common classification questions
- What is the HS code for essential oils?
- How to classify cosmetic products in HS?
- Are deodorants classified under HS-33?
- What are the different types of perfumery codes?
- How do I determine the correct HS-4 code?
- What is the difference between HS-3304 and HS-3305?
- Can I use HS-3302 for fragrance oils?
- What packaging requirements exist for cosmetic imports?
Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What is the HS code for essential oils?
- Essential oils are typically classified under **HS-3301**.
- How do I classify a cosmetic cream?
- Cosmetic creams usually fall under **HS-3304**, but check the specific ingredients and intended use.
- Is there a specific code for hair care products?
- Yes, hair care products are classified under **HS-3305**.
- What should I check before selecting an HS code?
- Review the product's form, packaging, and intended use to ensure accurate classification.
- Can I import deodorants under HS-33?
- Yes, deodorants are classified under **HS-3307**, which covers various personal care preparations.
All HS-4 headings in chapter 33 (7)
Each HS-4 links to a dedicated page with plain-English explanation, HS-6 subheadings, and FAQs. Use Browse to open the lookup in heading mode for that line.
| HS-4 | WCO heading text | Browse |
|---|---|---|
| 3301 | Oils; essential (concretes, absolutes); concentrates thereof in fats, fixed oils, waxes or the like (obtained by enfleurage or maceration); aqueous distillates, solutions and terpenic by-products thereof; resinoids; extracted oleoresins | |
| 3302 | Odoriferous substances and mixtures (including alcoholic solutions) with a basis of one or more of these substances, of a kind used as raw materials in industry; other preparations based on odoriferous substances, of a kind used for beverage manufacture | |
| 3303 | Perfumes and toilet waters | |
| 3304 | Cosmetic and toilet preparations; beauty, make-up and skin care preparations (excluding medicaments, including sunscreen or sun tan preparations), manicure or pedicure preparations | |
| 3305 | Hair preparations; for use on the hair | |
| 3306 | Oral or dental hygiene preparations; including fixative pastes and powders; yarn used to clean between the teeth (dental floss), in individual retail packages | |
| 3307 | Perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations; pre-shave, shaving, after-shave, bath preparations; personal deodorants and depilatories; room deodorisers, perfumed or not with disinfectant properties or not |
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