HS code for makeup remover
The U.S. HS code for makeup remover is usually 3304.99.50.00 (micellar water), with no general duty and an estimated total of 12.5% from China and 12.5% from Vietnam once additional duties are added.
Estimates use tariff data as of October 22, 2026. The China and Vietnam estimates include Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%). From China, Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply, up to 37.5% in total. Classifications and duty estimates are guidance based on the published HTSUS. The importer of record is responsible for the final classification.
Codes by variant
| Variant | HTS code | General duty | Est. from China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Micellar water | 3304.99.50.00 | Free | 12.5% |
- 3304.99.50.00: Other
What decides the code
Micellar water is a skin care preparation of heading 3304, classified under 3304.99.50.00 as an other beauty or skin care preparation.
- The product is a preparation for the care of the skin, which places it in heading 3304.
- It is not a medicament and makes no drug claims, so it stays in heading 3304 rather than heading 3004.
- It is a liquid preparation put up for retail skin cleansing use, which leads to subheading 3304.99 and line 3304.99.50.00.
Common mistakes
- Classifying micellar water under 3401.30 as a skin wash is wrong because heading 3401 covers organic surface-active products for washing the skin, not a skin care preparation of heading 3304.
- Classifying it under 3304.99.10 as a skin care preparation with sunscreen is wrong because micellar water carries no sunscreen and is not a sun tan preparation.
- Classifying it under 3824.99 as a chemical preparation is wrong because it is put up for retail skin care use and is named in heading 3304.
Estimated U.S. duty by origin
- China
- 12.5% = Free general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor actionMay also apply: Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%). Up to 37.5%.
- Vietnam
- 12.5% = Free general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor action
For HTS 3304.99.50.00, as a share of customs value, before fees. Check every measure for your entry with the tariff checker.
EU code and duty
- Micellar water
- CN 3304 99 00, Free
EU Combined Nomenclature 2026, third-country (erga omnes) duty. Preferential rates and EU trade remedy duties are not included.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for makeup remover?
The U.S. HTS code for makeup remover is usually 3304.99.50.00 (micellar water). The first six digits, 3304.99, are the international HS code.
What is the U.S. import duty on makeup remover from China?
The U.S. general duty on HTS 3304.99.50.00 is Free. With the additional duties that apply to goods of China (Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%)), the estimated total is 12.5% of customs value. Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply depending on the exact product. From Vietnam the estimate is 12.5%. Tariff data as of October 22, 2026.
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Codes checked against the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule retrieved October 22, 2026. Additional duties reviewed October 22, 2026. This is an estimate: the importer of record is responsible for classification.