What products fall under HS code 330491?
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HS-6 · Subheading
330491
Cosmetic and toilet preparations; powders, whether or not compressed (excluding lip, eye, manicure or pedicure preparations)
Heading 3304 — Cosmetic and toilet preparations; beauty, make-up and skin care preparations (excluding medicaments, including sunscreen or sun tan preparations), manicure or pedicure preparations
Chapter 33: Essential oils and resinoids
Plain-language overview
Use HS-6 330491 when importing or exporting cosmetic powders, such as face powders or body powders. For example, a shipment of talcum powder intended for personal care would fall under this code.
This code specifically covers cosmetic powders that are not designed for lip, eye, or manicure/pedicure use. In contrast, HS-6 330490 includes other cosmetic preparations that may not fit the powder category, like creams or lotions.
When classifying under HS-6 330491, ensure your product is a powder form, whether compressed or loose. Products like setting powders or body dusting powders are typical examples that would be classified here.
If your product is a liquid or cream, it would not qualify under this HS-6 line. Instead, consider classifications under other headings that cover those forms.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-6 subheading.
cosmetic powders · face powder · body powder · talcum powder · mineral makeup · setting powder · compressed powder · personal care powders · body dusting powder · non-liquid cosmetics · makeup application powders · cosmetic preparations · skin care powders · powder form cosmetics · bulk cosmetic powders
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-6 subheading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Loose face powder for setting makeup
- Compressed body powder for personal hygiene
- Talcum powder in bulk packaging for retail
- Mineral powder for cosmetic use
- Body dusting powder with fragrance
- Setting powder for makeup application
- Powdered sunscreen for cosmetic use
- Cosmetic powder for skin smoothing
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify cosmetic powders for import?
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Is talcum powder classified under HS-6 330491?
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What are examples of products for HS-6 330491?
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Can I use HS-6 330491 for mineral makeup?
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What is the difference between HS-6 330491 and HS-6 330490?
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How to determine if a product is a powder for HS classification?
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Are there specific packaging requirements for HS-6 330491?
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How to classify face powder under HS code 330491
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Examples of cosmetic powders for HS classification
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Understanding HS code 330491 for cosmetic imports
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What types of powders are included in HS-6 330491?
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Guidelines for importing body powder under HS code 330491
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Differences between HS-6 330491 and other cosmetic codes
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Is body dusting powder covered under HS-6 330491?
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Classification rules for cosmetic powders in trade
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of products are classified under HS-6 330491?
- HS-6 330491 covers cosmetic powders like face powders, body powders, and setting powders that are not for lip, eye, or manicure use.
- Can I classify my talcum powder under HS-6 330491?
- Yes, talcum powder intended for personal care is classified under HS-6 330491.
- What is the difference between HS-6 330491 and HS-6 330490?
- HS-6 330491 is for cosmetic powders, while HS-6 330490 includes other cosmetic preparations like creams and lotions.
- Are there specific packaging requirements for HS-6 330491?
- While there are no specific packaging requirements for HS-6 330491, ensure that the product is clearly labeled as a cosmetic powder.
- How do I know if my product qualifies as a powder for HS classification?
- If your product is in powder form, whether loose or compressed, it likely qualifies for HS-6 330491.
- Is mineral makeup classified under HS-6 330491?
- Yes, mineral makeup in powder form can be classified under HS-6 330491.
- What should I do if my product is a cream instead of a powder?
- If your product is a cream, look for other HS codes under the cosmetic preparations category that fit liquid or cream forms.
- Can I use HS-6 330491 for powdered sunscreen?
- Yes, powdered sunscreen intended for cosmetic use can be classified under HS-6 330491.
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