HS Code 3401300000 80 Organic surface-active products and...

Import trade restrictions for 3401300000 80

This table contains information on trade restrictions for the import of goods into the EU and the EU into third countries. The table contains information on trade restrictions which are imposed due to customs unions, preferences, tariff quotas, customs unions, veterinary controls, third country duties and non-preferential tariff quotas.

Duties 66
	Origin country	Start	Duty / Tax	Legal base Measure type
1011	ERGA OMNES 1011	01-01-2002	4 %	Regulation2031/01 Third country duty 103
MK	North Macedonia MK	01-01-2009	0 %	Decision0239/04 Tariff preference 142
BA	Bosnia and Herzegovina BA	01-01-2009	0 %	Decision0474/08 Tariff preference 142
UA	Ukraine UA	01-01-2016	0 %	Decision0295/14 Tariff preference 142
EC	Ecuador EC	01-01-2017	0 %	Decision2369/16 Tariff preference 142
SG	Singapore SG	01-01-2027	0 %	Decision1875/19 Tariff preference 142
XS	Serbia XS	01-02-2010	0 %	Decision0036/10 Tariff preference 142
JP	Japan JP	01-02-2020	0 %	Decision1907/18 Tariff preference 142
PE	Peru PE	01-03-2013	0 %	Decision0735/12 Tariff preference 142
AL	Albania AL	01-04-2009	0 %	Decision0332/09 Tariff preference 142
XK	Kosovo XK	01-04-2016	0 %	Decision0342/16 Tariff preference 142
ME	Montenegro ME	01-05-2010	0 %	Decision0224/10 Tariff preference 142
NZ	New Zealand NZ	01-05-2024	0 %	Decision0244/24 Tariff preference 142
5500	Mercosur 5500	01-05-2026	0 %	Decision0183/26 Tariff preference 142
CO	Colombia CO	01-08-2013	0 %	Decision0735/12 Tariff preference 142
VN	Viet Nam VN	01-08-2020	0 %	Decision0753/20 Tariff preference 142
GE	Georgia GE	01-09-2014	0 %	Decision0494/14 Tariff preference 142
ZA	South Africa ZA	10-10-2016	0 %	Decision1623/16 Tariff preference 142
AM	Armenia AM	10-10-2026 – 11-10-2028	0 %	Regulation2269/26 Tariff preference 142
CA	Canada CA	21-09-2017	0 %	Decision0037/17 Tariff preference 142
1006	EU-Canada agreement: re-imported goods 1006	21-09-2017	0 %	Decision0037/17 Tariff preference 142
SG	Singapore SG	21-11-2019 – 31-12-2026	0 %	Decision1875/19 Tariff preference 142
FO	Faroe Islands FO	01-01-1997	0 %	Decision0126/97 Tariff preference 142
XL	Melilla XL	01-01-1999	0 %	Accession act0001/85 Tariff preference 142
PS	Occupied palestinian Territory PS	01-01-2001	0 %	Decision0430/97 Tariff preference 142
SM	San Marino SM	01-01-2006	0 %	Decision0245/02 Customs union duty 106
TR	Türkiye TR	01-01-2006	0 %	Decision0142/96 Customs union duty 106
AD	Andorra AD	01-01-2006	0 %	Decision0680/90 Customs union duty 106
1007	EU-Switzerland agreement: re-imported goods 1007	01-01-2007	0 %	Regulation2840/72 Tariff preference 142
2005	GSP-EBA (Special arrangement for the least-developed countries - Everything But Arms) 2005	01-01-2014	0 %	Regulation0978/12 Tariff preference 142
2027	GSP+ (incentive arrangement for sustainable development and good governance) 2027	01-01-2014	0 %	Regulation0978/12 Tariff preference 142
MD	Moldova, Republic of MD	01-01-2016	0 %	Decision0492/14 Tariff preference 142
2020	GSP - General arrangements 2020	01-01-2017	0 %	Regulation0978/12 Tariff preference 142
GB	United Kingdom GB	01-01-2021	0 %	Decision2253/20 Tariff preference 142
2080	OCTs (Overseas Countries and Territories) 2080	01-01-2021	0 %	Decision1764/21 Tariff preference 142
GH	Ghana GH	01-01-2027	0 %	Decision1850/16 Tariff preference 142
CL	Chile CL	01-02-2025	0 %	Decision3016/24 Tariff preference 142
TN	Tunisia TN	01-03-1998	0 %	Decision0238/98 Tariff preference 142
MA	Morocco MA	01-03-2000	0 %	Decision0204/00 Tariff preference 142
LB	Lebanon LB	01-04-2006	0 %	Decision0356/06 Tariff preference 142
JO	Jordan JO	01-05-2002	0 %	Decision0357/02 Tariff preference 142
EG	Egypt EG	01-06-2004	0 %	Decision0635/04 Tariff preference 142
XC	Ceuta XC	01-07-1991	0 %	Accession act0001/85 Tariff preference 142
2012	EEA - European Economic Area 2012	01-07-2007	0 %	Decision0001/94 Tariff preference 142
KR	Korea, Republic of (South Korea) KR	01-07-2011	0 %	Decision0265/11 Tariff preference 142
MX	Mexico MX	01-07-2016	0 %	Decision0415/00 Tariff preference 142
KE	Kenya KE	01-07-2024	0 %	Decision1647/24 Tariff preference 142
US	United States US	01-07-2026	0 %	Regulation1455/26 Tariff preference 142
2200	Central America 2200	01-08-2013	0 %	Decision0734/12 Tariff preference 142
DZ	Algeria DZ	01-09-2005	0 %	Decision0690/05 Tariff preference 142
SY	Syria SY	01-11-1978	0 %	Regulation2216/78 Tariff preference 142
1011	ERGA OMNES 1011	01-11-2026	2 EUR	Regulation2108/26 Union handling fee 800
1011	ERGA OMNES 1011	01-11-2026	3 EUR	Regulation0382/26 Low-value consignment customs duty 107
CI	Ivory Coast CI	02-12-2019	0 %	Decision0156/09 Tariff preference 142
2000	Preferential origin in accordance with the Agreement in the form of an Exchange of Letters between the European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco on the amendment of Protocols 1 and 4 to the Euro-Mediterranean Agreement establishing an association between the European Communities and their Member States, of the one part, and the Kingdom of Morocco, of the other part. 2000	03-10-2025	0 %	Decision2022/25 Tariff preference 142
CM	Cameroon CM	04-08-2014	0 %	Decision0152/09 Tariff preference 142
1035	SADC EPA 1035	10-10-2016	0 %	Decision1623/16 Tariff preference 142
1034	Eastern and Southern Africa States 1034	14-05-2012	0 %	Decision0196/12 Tariff preference 142
GH	Ghana GH	15-12-2016 – 31-12-2026	0 %	Decision1850/16 Tariff preference 142
IL	Israel IL	16-05-2023	0 %	Decision0855/09 Tariff preference 142
SB	Solomon Islands SB	17-05-2020	0 %	Decision0729/09 Tariff preference 142
CH	Switzerland CH	20-12-1972	0 %	Regulation2840/72 Tariff preference 142
PG	Papua New Guinea PG	20-12-2009	0 %	Decision0729/09 Tariff preference 142
FJ	Fiji FJ	28-07-2014	0 %	Decision0729/09 Tariff preference 142
1033	CARIFORUM 1033	29-12-2008	0 %	Decision0805/08 Tariff preference 142
WS	Samoa WS	31-12-2018	0 %	Decision0729/09 Tariff preference 142

Controls and documents 6
	Origin country	Start	Duty / Tax	Legal base Measure type
RU	Russian Federation RU	19-12-2023 – 31-12-2027	Document required banned without it	Regulation0833/14 Import control 762
1011	ERGA OMNES 1011	21-05-2026	Document required banned without it	Regulation1157/24 Import control - waste 755
BY	Belarus BY	25-02-2025	Document required banned without it	Regulation0765/06 Import control 760
1011	ERGA OMNES 1011	20-05-2023	Document required banned without it	Regulation0966/23 Import control - CITES 710
UA	Ukraine UA	24-06-2026	Document required banned without it	Regulation0263/22 Import control 762
UA	Ukraine UA	24-06-2026	Document required banned without it	Regulation0692/14 Import control 760

Explanation of trade restrictions

Erga Omnes means "for all".

Third countries are countries that are not part of the EU.

GSP means "Generalised System of Preferences".

GSP Plus means "Generalised System of Preferences Plus".

European Economic Area (EEA) means all EU member states and Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway.

OCTs stands for "Overseas Countries and Territories". They are countries and territories that are not part of the EU. More information

CARIFORUM is a regional economic integration organisation comprising 15 Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries and the Dominican Republic.

SADC EPA stands for "Southern African Development Community - Economic Partnership Agreement".

Duty means "customs duties".

Estimate the import cost for 340130

Customs value Currency

Country of origin Imported into With proof of preferential origin (0 %) Sold online to a buyer in the EU (distance sale)

Customs value €1,000.00
Customs duty 4 % €40.00
Import VAT 19 % €197.60
Total €1,237.60

Documents and checks for United Kingdom

Import control - waste: Document required, banned without it C672 C669 Y923 C670
Import control - CITES: Document required, banned without it C400 Y900

An estimate only. The customs value is the price including transport and insurance to the EU border. Excise duties, other fees and producer-specific anti-dumping rates are not included. Preferential rates need valid proof of origin. Country groups and exclusions: TARIC, as of November 2026.

Export measures for 3401300000

What applies when these goods leave the EU: export controls, dual-use and other authorisations, bans per destination and the supplementary unit of the export declaration.

Controls and documents 3
	Destination	Start	Duty / Tax	Legal base Measure type
1011	ERGA OMNES 1011	08-05-2023	Document required banned without it	Regulation0649/12 Export control on dangerous chemicals 479
1008	All third countries 1008	21-05-2026	Document required banned without it	Regulation1157/24 Export control - Waste 751
1008	All third countries 1008	20-05-2023	Document required banned without it	Regulation0966/23 Export control - CITES 715

History

Duty rates and measures for this code over time (yearly snapshots).

Preferential rules of origin for 3401300000

What the goods must meet to count as originating in a partner country and get the preferential duty, per agreement.

EU-Algeria Association Agreement · Algeria
EU-Egypt Association Agreement · Egypt
EU-Georgia DCFTA · Georgia
EU-Iceland FTA · Iceland
EU-Jordan Association Agreement · Jordan
EU-Korea FTA · South Korea
EU-Lebanon Association Agreement · Lebanon
EU-Morocco Association Agreement · Morocco
EU-Moldova DCFTA · Moldova
Pan-Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) Convention · Albania, Andorra, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Egypt, Faroe Islands, Iceland, Kosovo, Liechtenstein, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Norway, Palestine, Switzerland, Türkiye
EU-Tunisia Association Agreement · Tunisia

Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, ‘dental waxes’ and dental preparations with a basis of plaster; except for: / or: Manufacture from materials of any heading, except that of the product. However, materials of the same heading as the product may be used, provided that their total value does not exceed 20 % of the ex-works price of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 40 % of the ex-works price of the product
EPA CARIFORUM
EU Market Access Regulation (EPA) · Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Kenya
EPA Pacific · Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands

Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, ‘dental waxes’ and dental preparations with a basis of plaster; except for: / or: Manufacture in which all the materials used are classified within a heading other than that of the product. However, materials classified within the same heading may be used provided their value does not exceed 20 % of the ex-works price of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 40 % of the ex-works price of the product
Autonomous Trade Preferences (Western Balkans) · Kosovo
EU-Chile Association Agreement · Chile

Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, «dental waxes» and dental preparations with a basis of plaster; except for: / or: Manufacture from materials of any heading, except that of the product. However, materials of the same heading as the product may be used, provided that their total value does not exceed 20 % of the ex-works price of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 40 % of the ex-works price of the product
EU-Central America Association Agreement
EU-Ukraine DCFTA · Ukraine

Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, "dental waxes" and dental preparations with a basis of plaster; except for: / or: Manufacture from materials of any heading, except that of the product. However, materials of the same heading as the product may be used, provided that their total value does not exceed 20 % of the ex-works price of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 40 % of the ex-works price of the product
EU-Canada CETA · Canada

A change from any other heading, except from subheading 3402.90; or change from within this heading, whether or not there is also a change from any other heading except subheading 3402.90, provided that the value of non-originating materials of this heading does not exceed 20 per cent of the transaction value or ex-works price of the product.
EU-Colombia/Peru/Ecuador Trade Agreement · Colombia, Ecuador, Peru

Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, "dental waxes" and dental preparations with a basis of plaster; except for: / or: Manufacture from materials of any heading, except that of the product. However, materials of the same heading as the product may be used, provided that their total value does not exceed 20 per cent of the ex-works price of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 50 per cent of the ex-works price of the product
EEA/EFTA agreements (Switzerland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Faroe Islands) · Faroe Islands, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland

Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, “dental waxes” and dental preparations with a basis of plaster; except for: / or: Manufacture from materials of any heading, except that of the product. However, materials of the same heading as the product may be used, provided that their total value does not exceed 20 % of the ex-works price of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 40 % of the ex-works price of the product
EPA Eastern and Southern Africa

Lubricating preparations containing petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous minerals, provided they represent less than 70 % by weight / or: Operations of refining and/or one or more specific process(es) [12] / or: Other operations than those referred to in column (3) in which all the materials used are classified within a heading other than that of the product. However, materials classified within the same heading may be used provided their value does not exceed 50 % of the ex-works price of the product
Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP, GSP+, EBA) · Armenia, India, Kenya, Pakistan, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Syria, Vietnam

Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, “dental waxes” and dental preparations with a basis of plaster, except for: / or: Manufacture from materials of any heading, except that of the product. However, materials of the same heading as the product may be used, provided that their total value does not exceed 20 % of the ex-works price of the product or Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 70 % of the ex-works price of the product
EU-Jordan Association Agreement (relaxed rules, 2016) · Jordan

Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, ‘dental waxes’ and dental preparations with a basis of plaster, except for: / or: Manufacture from materials of any heading, except that of the product. However, materials of the same heading as the product may be used, provided that their total value does not exceed 20 % of the ex-works price of the product or Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 70 % of the ex-works price of the product
EU-Japan EPA · Japan

CTSH; A chemical reaction, purification, production of standard materials or isomer separation is undergone; MaxNOM 50 % (EXW); or RVC 55 % (FOB).
EU-Mexico Global Agreement · Mexico

Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar articles, modeling pastes, «dental waxes» and dental preparations with a basis of plaster, except for: / or: Manufacture in which all the materials used are classified within a heading other than that of the product. However, materials classified within the same heading may be used provided their value does not exceed 20 % of the ex-works price of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 40 % of the ex-works price of the product
EU-Palestine Interim Association Agreement · Palestine

Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, "dental waxes" and dental preparations with a basis of plaster; except for: / or: Manufacture in which all the materials used are classified within a heading other than that of the product. However, materials classified within the same heading may be used provided their value does not exceed 20% of the ex-works price of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 40% of the ex-works price of the product
EPA SADC · South Africa

Soap, organic surface–active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, ‘dental waxes’ and dental preparations with a basis of plaster; except for: / or: Manufacture in which all the materials used are classified within a heading other than that of the product. However, materials classified within the same heading may be used provided their value does not exceed 20 % of the ex–works price of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 40 % of the ex–works price of the product
EU-Singapore FTA · Singapore

Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, ‘dental waxes’ and dental preparations with a basis of plaster, except for: / or: Manufacture from materials of any heading, except that of the product. However, materials of the same heading as the product may be used, provided that their total value does not exceed 20 % of the ex-works price of the product or Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 50 % of the ex-works price of the product
EU-Viet Nam FTA · Vietnam

Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, "dental waxes" and dental preparations with a basis of plaster, except for: / or: Manufacture from materials of any heading, except that of the product. However, materials of the same heading as the product may be used, provided that their total value does not exceed 20 % of the ex-works price of the product; or manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 70 % of the ex-works price of the product.

Source: European Commission, Access2Markets (CC BY 4.0, shortened). The text of the agreement prevails. Access2Markets

Legal and explanatory notes for 3401300000

3401 30 00 CN Explanatory Notes: Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap

See the HS Explanatory Note to heading 3401, (III).

Notes to chapter 34

Notes 1. This chapter does not cover: (a) edible mixtures or preparations of animal, vegetable or microbial fats or oils of a kind used as mould release preparations (heading 1517); (b) separate chemically defined compounds; or (c) shampoos, dentifrices, shaving creams and foams, or bath preparations, containing soap or other organic surface-active agents (heading 3305, 3306 or 3307). 2. For the purposes of heading 3401, the expression ‘soap’ applies only to soap soluble in water. Soap and the other products of heading 3401 may contain added substances (for example, disinfectants, abrasive powders, fillers or medicaments). Products containing abrasive powders remain classified in heading 3401 only if in the form of bars, cakes or moulded pieces or shapes. In other forms, they are to be classified in heading 3405 as ‘scouring powders and similar preparations’. 3. For the purposes of heading 3402, ‘organic surface-active agents’ are products which, when mixed with water at a concentration of 0,5 % at 20 °C and left to stand for one hour at the same temperature: (a) give a transparent or translucent liquid or stable emulsion without separation of insoluble matter; and (b) reduce the surface tension of water to 4,5 × 10–2 N/m (45 dyn/cm) or less. 4. In heading 3403, the expression ‘petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals’ applies to the products defined in note 2 to Chapter 27. 5. In heading 3404, subject to the exclusions provided below, the expression ‘artificial waxes and prepared waxes’ applies only to: (a) chemically produced organic products of a waxy character, whether or not water-soluble; (b) products obtained by mixing different waxes; (c) products of a waxy character with a basis of one or more waxes and containing fats, resins, mineral substances or other materials. The heading does not apply to: (a) products of heading 1516, 3402 or 3823, even if having a waxy character; (b) unmixed animal waxes or unmixed vegetable waxes, whether or not refined or coloured, of heading 1521; (c) mineral waxes or similar products of heading 2712, whether or not intermixed or merely coloured; or (d) waxes mixed with, dispersed in or dissolved in a liquid medium (headings 3405, 3809, etc.).

Sources: Combined Nomenclature 2026, Annex I to Regulation (EEC) No 2658/87 (CELEX 32025R1926), and the Explanatory Notes to the Combined Nomenclature (CELEX 02019XC0329(02)-20260213). The section and chapter notes are legally binding; the explanatory notes are guidance. EUR-Lex

UK advance tariff rulings for 3401300000

Rulings of HM Revenue & Customs for goods with UK commodity codes that start like this EU code. The UK tariff differs from the EU tariff, so these rulings are guidance for the EU.

UK 3401300000 Valid Jan 23, 2024 to Jan 22, 2027 · Ruling 600009581 on GOV.UK

Shower gel used for cleaning the body in bath or showers. The product comes in a white plastic bottle and has a black loop for hanging which also covers the lid. The bottle has writing on and a picture of a coconut. The ingredients consist of: Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Cocamide Dea, Glycerin, Gycol Stearate, Parfum, Peg-150 Distearate, Citric Acid, Disodium Edta, Citrus Arantifolia (lime) Fruit Extract, Cocos Nucifera (coconut oil) Dmdm Hydantoin. The product is produced in China.

Justification

Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following effect- a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff on the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIRs): GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401 - Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent. GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 340130 - Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the …
UK 3401300000 Valid Mar 25, 2024 to Mar 24, 2027 · Ruling 600009982 on GOV.UK

Tea Tree Oil Antibacterial Handwash A product intended for cleaning hands. Packaged in a clear 500ml labelled plastic pump dispenser bottle. 12 bottles per case.

Justification

Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)) General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 Has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401 - Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent GIR 5(b) Has been used to identify the packaging: Packaged in a 500ml plastic pump dispenser bottle – 12 bottles per case. GIR 6 Has been used to …
UK 3401300000 Valid Mar 12, 2024 to Mar 11, 2027 · Ruling 600009983 on GOV.UK

Face wash. Tea tree foaming wash. Designed for daily use to clean the skin on the face. Packaged in a clear plastic bottle with a pump spray applicator and cap. Once the pump is depressed the clear liquid in the bottle becomes a bubbly foam to be applied to the face for washing and cleaning. A wraparound poly label is attached to the bottle describing the product. Unit of measure 200ml – 6.76 fl.oz. Containing – water - Sodium laureth sulfate - Cocamidopropyl betaine - cocamide mea - Sodium benzoate – Parfum - Potassium sorbate – Glycerine - disodium edta - Citric acid - Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) leaf oil - Mentha Piperita (peppermint) oil - blue 1 - yellow 5

Justification

For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)) Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 Has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401: Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent GIR 5b Has been used to identify the packaging: Packaged in a clear plastic bottle with a pump. GIR 6 Has been used to classify this product …

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UK 3401300000 Valid Mar 12, 2024 to Mar 11, 2027 · Ruling 600009984 on GOV.UK

Hand wash This product is used to primarily wash hands, it will also have other uses. The product has a sea breeze fragrance, coloured with a blue tint. The product does not have an anti-bacterial formulation. The product is presented in a round plastic bottle with a pump spring distributer with a plastic tube reaching the bottom of the bottle. The product details are printed on the outside of the bottle. There is no protective cap. Packaged is boxes of 12 bottles, for retail sale, Containing: Water - Sodium laureth sulfate - Cocamide mea - Cocamidopropyl betaine - Sodium chloride - Sodium benzoate – Parfum - Citric acid - Disodium edta - Potassium sorbate - Glycerine

Justification

For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)) Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 Has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401: Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent GIR 5b Has been used to identify the packaging: Packaged in a plastic bottle. GIR 6 Has been used to classify this product by the terms of …
UK 3401300000 Valid Mar 12, 2024 to Mar 11, 2027 · Ruling 600009985 on GOV.UK

Hand wash. This product is used to primarily wash hands, it will also have other uses. The product has a orchard fragrance, coloured with a yellow tint, it does not have an anti-bacterial formulation. The product is presented in a round plastic bottle with a spring pump distributer with a plastic tube reaching the bottom of the bottle. The product details are printed on the outside of the bottle. There is no protective cap. Packaged is boxes of 12 bottles, for retail sale, Containing: Water - Sodium laureth sulfate - Cocamide mea - Cocamidopropyl betaine - Sodium chloride - Sodium benzoate – Parfum - Citric acid - Disodium edta - Potassium sorbate - Glycerine

Justification

For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)) Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 Has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401: Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent GIR 5b Has been used to identify the packaging: Packaged in a plastic bottle. GIR 6 Has been used to classify this product by the terms of …
UK 3401300000 Valid Mar 12, 2024 to Mar 11, 2027 · Ruling 600009986 on GOV.UK

Hand wash A carton containing three different fragranced bottles of hand wash. Seabreeze, (blue). Sweet Rose, (pink). Orchard Burst, (yellow). These products are used to primarily wash hands, they will also have other uses. The product does not have an anti-bacterial formulation. The product are presented in a round plastic bottle with a pump spring distributers with a plastic tube reaching the bottom of the bottles. The product details are printed on the outside of each bottle. There is no protective cap. Packaged in boxes of 3 bottles, for retail sale, Containing: Water - Sodium laureth sulfate - Cocamide mea - Cocamidopropyl betaine - Sodium chloride - Sodium benzoate – Parfum - Citric acid - Disodium edta - Potassium sorbate - Glycerine

Justification

For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)) Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 Has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401: Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent GIR 5b Has been used to identify the packaging: Packaged in a plastic bottle. GIR 6 Has been used to classify this product by the terms of …
UK 3401300000 Valid Jun 27, 2024 to Jun 26, 2027 · Ruling 600010685 on GOV.UK

Shower cleansing oil which is used to gently cleanse and sooth the skin. Apply in the shower to damp skin and then rinse. Packaged in a 100% recyclable satin finish tube and a matte metallic pantone flip cap.

Justification

Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)) Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401: Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent GIR 5b has been used to identify the packaging GIR 6 has been used to …
UK 3401300000 Valid Oct 24, 2024 to Oct 23, 2027 · Ruling 600011201 on GOV.UK

Body wash. Designed mainly for children, a watermelon fragranced foaming body wash. Described as a Cosmic Ocean watermelon fragranced, shower foam. The contents of the bottle are in liquid form, until the user shakes the bottle and depresses the push button nozzle which converts the liquid into a frothy foam. The user then applies the foam to their body to effectively wash the skin. That lather is then rinsed off leaving the skin clean and fresh. Ingredients include: Aqua (water), Sodium laureth sulfate, Glycerine, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Decyl glucoside, Sodium chloride, Parfum (fragrance), sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Benzophenone-4, Disodium edta, citric acid, Magnesium chloride, Magnesium nitrate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Benzyl benzoate, CI 42090 (blue 1), CI 19140 (yellow 5). The contents of the can is 200ml, with a brightly coloured label describing the product. Also available in different aromas.

Justification

Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, Reg 3(1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General interpretative rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401 - Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent GIR 5b has been used to identify the type of packing 200ml plastic bottle. GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level …
UK 3401300000 Valid Nov 11, 2024 to Nov 10, 2027 · Ruling 600011738 on GOV.UK

This product is a Vitamin C Foaming Face Wash. It is used to clean and freshen skin. The product is made in China and put up for retail sale in 200ml pump action containers.

Justification

Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General interpretative rules (GIR)s: Gir 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401 - Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent Gir 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 340130 - Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the …
UK 3401300000 Valid Nov 12, 2024 to Nov 11, 2027 · Ruling 600011741 on GOV.UK

Argan Oil Hand and Body Wash This product is a hand and body wash that is used to nourish and hydrate skin to leave it feeling smooth. Comes in a 300ml plastic bottle. This product is made in China.

Justification

Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General interpretative rules (GIRs): GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401 - Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent GIR 5b has been used to identify the type of packaging GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 340130 – Organic …
UK 3401300000 Valid Feb 26, 2025 to Feb 25, 2028 · Ruling 600012345 on GOV.UK

Coconut Water Shower Creme 300ml A shower creme that is used to invigorate and revitalise your skin with its rehydrating properties, packaged in a plastic white tube with a tan coloured cap. Ingredients: Aqua, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Diglycerin, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Dmdm Hydantoin, Parfum, Disodium Edta, Citric Acid, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Water

Justification

Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401 - Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 340130 - Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in …
UK 3401300000 Valid Mar 24, 2025 to Mar 23, 2028 · Ruling 600012487 on GOV.UK

A salted caramel body wash used for cleaning the body during showers. Presented in 400ml plastic bottle

Justification

Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)) General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 Has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401 - Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent GIR 5b has been used to identify the packaging GIR 6 Has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 340130 - Organic …
UK 3401300000 Valid Mar 24, 2025 to Mar 23, 2028 · Ruling 600012489 on GOV.UK

A Jasmine & Vanilla body wash used for cleaning the body during showers. For cleansing and softening the skin. Presented in 400ml plastic bottle.

Justification

Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)) General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 Has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401 - Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent GIR 5b has been used to identify the packaging GIR 6 Has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 340130 - Organic …
UK 3401300000 Valid Mar 24, 2025 to Mar 23, 2028 · Ruling 600012493 on GOV.UK

A Jasmine & Vanilla body wash used for cleaning the body during showers. For cleansing and softening the skin. Presented in 400ml plastic bottle

Justification

Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)) General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 Has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401 - Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent GIR 5b has been used to identify the packaging GIR 6 Has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 340130 - Organic …
UK 3401300000 Valid Mar 24, 2025 to Mar 23, 2028 · Ruling 600012496 on GOV.UK

Body care set contains a body wash (100ml) and shimmer oil (35ml). The body wash is used to cleanse the skin and to be followed by the shimmer oil to leave a sun-kissed glow to skin. Packaged in bottles and presented in a box.

Justification

Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3(1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect - a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General interpretative rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading Heading 3401 - Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent GIR 3B has been used as the body wash is considered to be the essential character. GIR 5B has been used to identify the type of …
UK 3401300000 Valid Mar 24, 2025 to Mar 23, 2028 · Ruling 600012500 on GOV.UK

A honey infused shower foam. This is used to cleanse the skin while in the shower. Packaged in a 200ml bottle for retail sale.

Justification

Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3(1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect - a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General interpretative rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading Heading 3401 - Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent GIR 5B has been used to identify the type of packaging: 200ml bottle GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level …
UK 3401300000 Valid Mar 20, 2025 to Mar 19, 2028 · Ruling 600012690 on GOV.UK

A mint and cucumber scented shower gel used for washing the body in the shower or bath. It is a 400ml clear plastic bottle with a black lid which can also be used hanging up in the shower. It is made in China. Ingredients: Water, Sodium laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamide MEA, Sodium Chloride, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, Glycerin, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Extract, Yellow 5, Blue 1

Justification

Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: - For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General interpretative rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401 - Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent. GIR 6 - has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 340130 - Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap. Also classified in a accordance with The Harmonised System …
UK 3401300000 Valid Apr 1, 2025 to Mar 31, 2028 · Ruling 600012729 on GOV.UK

A body wash, used to lather into wet skin in the bath or shower to clean the body. It is in a 500ml (16.9 fl oz) bottle. Ingredients: Aqua, Sodium Coco-Sulfate, Decyl Glucoside, Glycerin, Lauryl Glucoside, Vitis Vinefera Fruit Extract, Coco-Glucoside, Lactic Acid, Glyceryl Oleate, Parfum, Sodium PCA, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium hydroxide, Limonene, Potassium Sorbate, Citral, Linalool, Citric Acid, Aronia Melanocarpa Fruit Extract, Sodium Chloride, Geraniol, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated Palm Glyercides Citrate.

Justification

Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3(1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect- a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section of chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg (1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIRs): GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3403 - Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent. GIR 5(b) has been used to identify the type of packaging. The product comes in a 500ml (16.9 fl oz) bottle. GIR 6 has been used to classify the …
UK 3401300000 Valid May 13, 2025 to May 12, 2028 · Ruling 600012907 on GOV.UK

Bath & Body Collection packaged inside a metal tin, with hand drawn floral print . Travel-sized toiletries for the skin. 1 x Rollerball Fragrance 20 ml, 1 x Body Butter 50 ml, 1 x Body Wash 100 ml, 1 x Body Scrub Bar 50g

Justification

Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401 - Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent GIR 3b has been used as the body wash, 100ml, is considered to be the essential character. GIR 5 b has been used to identify the type of packaging …
UK 3401300000 Valid Oct 1, 2025 to Sep 30, 2028 · Ruling 600014189 on GOV.UK

Natural Hand Wash With Botanical Blend. A liquid used for washing hands. Put up for retail sale. 500ml Ingredients: Aqua, Sodium Coco-Sulfate, Lauryl Glucoside, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Betaine, Citric Acid, Sodium Pca, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Limonene, Parfum, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Lonicera Caerulea Fruit Extract, Citral, Linalool, Glyceryl Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Terpineol, Geraniol, Pinene, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil, Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil, Sodium Surfactin

Justification

Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401 - Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 340130 - Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in …
UK 3401300000 Valid May 5, 2026 to May 4, 2029 · Ruling 600015612 on GOV.UK

A renewal oil to use and clean the skin that can also be used for makeup removal. Ingredients: Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Olus Oil C9-12-Isoalkanes Acanthosicyos Horridus Seed Oil Avena Sativa Kernel Oil Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil Coco-Caprylate/Caprate Glyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate Bakuchiol Tocopheryl Acetate Tocopherol Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil Beta-Caryophyllene. Put up for retail sale in a 30ml glass bottle

Justification

Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). General Interpretative Rules (GIR)s: GIR 1 has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 3401 - Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent GIR 5b has been used to identify the type of packaging - 30ml glass bottle. GIR 6 has been used to classify the goods to subheading level 340130 - …

Source: HM Revenue & Customs, Advance Tariff Rulings. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Restrictions and flags for 340130

Russia sanctions: import ban Regulation (EU) No 833/2014, Annex XXI 3401

Art. 3i, goods generating significant revenue for Russia
Read the act on EUR-Lex

For orientation only. Check the act before you rely on a flag; thresholds, derogations and exceptions are not shown in full.

EU trade in 2025 for 340130

Extra-EU imports: €431.9M; 106,400 t
Extra-EU exports: €1.2B

Top origin countries by import value

United Kingdom €125M
Switzerland €70.7M
South Korea €53.4M
China €52.8M
United States €52.1M

CN8 codes below this code: 1. Source: Eurostat, Comext, CC BY 4.0, processed by hscode.info. Confidential trade is not allocated to codes.

UK import duty for 340130

Third-country duties of all UK commodity codes under this HS subheading. Source: UK Department for Business and Trade, as of Nov 2, 2026. The UK tariff differs from the EU tariff.

Import VAT in the EU

Austria 20 %
Belgium 21 %
Bulgaria 20 %
Croatia 25 %
Cyprus 19 %
Czechia 21 %
Denmark 25 %
Estonia 24 % maybe 9 %
Finland 25.5 %
France 20 %
Germany 19 %
Greece 24 % maybe 6 %
Hungary 27 %
Ireland 23 %
Italy 22 % maybe 5 %
Latvia 21 %
Lithuania 21 %
Luxembourg 17 %
Malta 18 %
Netherlands 21 %
Poland 23 %
Portugal 23 %
Romania 21 %
Slovakia 23 %
Slovenia 22 %
Spain 21 %
Sweden 25 %

Standard rate per member state, on the customs value, the duty and transport to the destination. Reduced rates often depend on the use or the buyer and apply only where the country provides them for these goods. Source: European Commission, Taxes in Europe Database, as of Nov 2, 2026.

Rules of origin

Preferential rules of origin for subheading 340130 depend on the trade agreement. The Commission publishes them in Access2Markets.

Rules of origin on Access2Markets

Information

When importing or exporting "Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap", it is crucial to have the correct HS code or TARIC code. The HS code 3401300000 80 serves as the standard code for this product, ensuring that the appropriate duties and taxes are applied when crossing international borders.

To ensure your business transactions run smoothly when importing or exporting "Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap", consider the following points:

Inform yourself about the specific import and export regulations in the countries involved. This includes possible restrictions, taxes, and duties applicable to "Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap".
Check if any additional licenses, permits, or certificates are required to import "Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap" into the destination country or export it from the country of origin.
Make sure your trading partners have valid identification numbers, such as EORI numbers (Economic Operators Registration and Identification) in the EU, to streamline trade and minimize delays.
Ensure that all trade- and customs-related documents (such as commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and insurance policies) are accurately completed and adhere to the respective national regulations.
Keep an eye on the current exchange rates, as well as packaging, shipping, and insurance costs, to accurately calculate trade costs.

In summary, the HS code or TARIC code for "Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap" is 3401300000 80. Make sure you accurately use this code in all your trade and customs documents to guarantee smooth and hassle-free transactions. With these tips, you'll be better prepared for the challenges of international trade and can successfully import and export "Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap".

HS Code structure

1. Chapter

There are 21 different sections, which are divided into 96 chapters. Exceptional chapters include chapter 77, which is reserved for future use, chapters 98 and 99, which are limited at national level, and chapter 99, which is a specific code for temporary changes. In the example above, chapter 34 was selected for soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricating preparations, artificial waxes, prepared waxes, polishing or scouring preparations, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, 'dental waxes' and dental preparations with a basis of plaster

2. Heading

The heading determines the specific category within a certain chapter. In the example above, the 01 refers to Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent.

3. Subheading

The last two digits of the international harmonized code are more specific and define subcategories of products. In the example above, the 30 refers to Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap.

HS Code tree structure

3400000000 80

Chapter SOAP, ORGANIC SURFACE-ACTIVE AGENTS, WASHING PREPARATIONS, LUBRICATING PREPARATIONS, ARTIFICIAL WAXES, PREPARED WAXES, POLISHING OR SCOURING PREPARATIONS, CANDLES AND SIMILAR ARTICLES, MODELLING PASTES, 'DENTAL WAXES' AND DENTAL PREPARATIONS WITH A BASIS OF PLASTER

3401000000 80

Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent

3401110000 10

- Soap and organic surface-active products and preparations, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent

3401110000 80

- - For toilet use (including medicated products)

3401190000 80

- - Other

3401200000 80

- Soap in other forms

3401201000 80

- - Flakes, wafers, granules or powders

3401209000 80