Pre-shave, shaving or aftershave preparations, personal deodorants, bath preparations, depilatories and other perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations, not elsewhere specified or included; prepared room deodorisers, whether or not perfumed or having disinfectant properties

Heading 3307 covers shaving preparations, deodorants, bath preparations, depilatories, room deodorisers. These products belong to Chapter 33 covering essential oils, odoriferous substances, perfumery, cosmetic and toilet preparations. They are used in the perfumery, cosmetics, food and pharmaceutical industries. Import of products of heading 3307 into the EU is subject to duty rates from 0% to 6.5%. Cosmetic products must comply with Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products, including notification via the CPNP portal. A responsible person in the EU is required for each cosmetic product. Heading 3307 is part of Chapter 33 (chemical industry products, pharmaceuticals and fertilizers) of the Combined Nomenclature (CN) used in the European Union. This classification is based on the Harmonized System (HS) developed by the World Customs Organization (WCO), which is used in over 200 countries worldwide. The EU Combined Nomenclature extends the HS with additional 8-digit subheadings, while the TARIC system adds 10-digit codes for identifying specific trade measures. Each 4-digit heading such as 3307 is subdivided into 6-digit (HS), 8-digit (CN) and 10-digit (TARIC) subheadings that specify the type of goods for the purpose of applying the correct duty rates, trade measures and regulatory requirements. Correct determination of the 10-digit code is essential for establishing the amount of customs duties and taxes, as well as required permits and certificates. Classification of goods under heading 3307 must follow the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Combined Nomenclature. Rule 1 states that classification is determined primarily by the terms of the headings and the relevant section or chapter notes. The Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System and the Combined Nomenclature clarify the scope of each heading and are essential references for importers and customs brokers.

Import of products of heading 3307 into the EU is subject to duty rates from 0% to 6.5%. A responsible person in the EU is required for each cosmetic product. Cosmetic products require notification via the CPNP portal before being placed on the EU market. Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 requires a responsible person in the EU for each cosmetic product. Duty rates on products of heading 3307 range from 0% to 6.5%. Cosmetic ingredients must comply with the lists of permitted, prohibited and restricted substances in the annexes to the Cosmetics Regulation. When importing goods under heading 3307 into the European Union, attention must be paid to applicable duty rates, which depend on the specific subheading (8- or 10-digit code) and the country of origin. MFN (Most Favoured Nation) duty rates apply to imports from countries with which the EU does not have preferential trade agreements. Current rates can be checked in the EU TARIC database on the European Commission website. Import of goods under heading 3307 may benefit from preferential duty rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) concluded by the EU with third countries, the Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP) for developing countries, or autonomous tariff suspensions. Claiming preferences requires presentation of appropriate proof of origin (EUR.1 certificate, origin declaration, REX certificate or statement on origin under the registered exporter system). Goods under heading 3307 are subject to REACH, CLP and GHS controls. Required documentation includes: Safety Data Sheets (SDS), ECHA registration, GMP certificates (for pharmaceuticals). In addition to customs duty, imports are subject to VAT at the rate applicable in the country of destination. The VAT taxable amount at import is the customs value plus duty and any countervailing or anti-dumping duties. The importer must file an electronic customs declaration in the national import system.

Heading 3307 covers shaving preparations, deodorants, bath preparations, depilatories etc. Personal deodorants: 3307 20. Bath salts and preparations: 3307 30. Shaving preparations: 3307 10. Air fresheners: 3307 49. Perfumes: 3303, not 3307. Shampoos: 3305. Face creams: 3304. Key distinction: 3307 = OTHER toilet preparations (not covered by 3303-3306), incl. deodorants, depilatories and bath products.