HS Code:
The category under HS Code 3307 includes pre-shave, shaving or after-shave preparations, personal deodorants, bath preparations, depilatories, and other perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations not elsewhere specified or included. It also encompasses prepared room deodorizers, whether or not perfumed or having disinfectant properties. This category represents a significant segment of the global personal care and household products market, catering to daily hygiene and grooming needs across diverse demographics and regions.
Total Trade Volume
USD 25.6 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 5.2 billion
20.3% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 3.8 billion
14.8% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 2.9 billion
11.3% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 2.1 billion
8.2% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 1.8 billion
7.0% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
6.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
25% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Rising demand for natural and organic products
Increased market share for eco-friendly and cruelty-free personal care products, prompting manufacturers to reformulate products and invest in sustainable sourcing.
2021-2023
Growth in e-commerce sales channels
Significant shift towards online purchasing of personal care products, leading to expanded digital marketing strategies and direct-to-consumer models.
2020-2023
Increased focus on male grooming products
Expansion of product lines targeting men, with a notable rise in demand for beard care, after-shave, and specialized deodorants.
2019-2023
The European Union has introduced stricter guidelines on the use of certain preservatives and fragrances in cosmetics, aiming to enhance consumer safety and environmental protection.
March 2023
Manufacturers exporting to the EU must adapt formulations, potentially increasing production costs but ensuring market access.
A new phase of the US-China trade agreement has reduced tariffs on personal care products, facilitating easier market entry for Chinese deodorant and bath preparation exporters.
January 2023
Expected to boost trade volume between the two countries by 10-15% in this category over the next two years.
With heightened awareness of hygiene post-COVID-19, there has been a significant increase in demand for room deodorizers with disinfectant properties across North America and Europe.
Late 2022
Manufacturers are ramping up production and innovation in dual-purpose deodorizing products, driving market growth.