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U.S. imports of perfumes and toilet waters (HS 330300) totaled $397.6M in April 2026, traded with 70 countries.
Importers of Perfumes and Toilet Waters paid $34.3M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 9.6% on $358.7M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataFrance dominates US imports under this heading, reflecting the country's historic role as the global center of fine fragrance manufacturing, with the United Arab Emirates and Italy also significant sources. The US schedule subdivides the heading into alcohol-containing perfumes and toilet waters (3303003000), non-alcoholic floral or flower waters (3303001000), and other non-alcoholic preparations (3303002000), making the alcohol content the primary classification determinant. Importers should note that FDA regulates cosmetic fragrances under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, and products making drug-like claims (e.g., antiperspirant properties) may require additional regulatory review. Luxury brand authentication and country-of-origin marking are recurring compliance concerns given the high-value, brand-sensitive nature of this trade.
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Alcohol content is the key split within heading 330300. Products containing alcohol fall under 3303003000, while non-alcoholic floral or flower waters are classified at 3303001000, and other non-alcoholic preparations at 3303002000. Importers must confirm formulation details before filing entry.
FDA regulates these products as cosmetics under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. They must be properly labeled, free from prohibited ingredients, and must not bear claims that would cause them to be regulated as drugs. Importers should consult a licensed customs broker or regulatory counsel to confirm admissibility requirements for specific formulations.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRANCE | $219.8M | $6.4M | -$213.4M |
| SPAIN | $54.3M | $2.3M | -$51.9M |
| ITALY | $42.7M | $3.4M | -$39.4M |
| UNITED ARAB EMIRATES | $40.1M | $2.9M | -$37.2M |
| CANADA | $2.6M | $26.5M | +$23.9M |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3303003000 | PERFUMES AND TOILET WATERS CONTAINING ALCOHOL | $354.4M | 9.80% | $31.3M |
| 3303001000 | FLORAL OR FLOWER WATERS NOT CONTAINING ALCOHOL | $24.7M | 5.14% | $1.1M |
| 3303002000 | PERFUMES & TOILET WATERS NT CONTAIN ALCOHOL, NESOI | $18.4M | 11.06% | $2.0M |
PERFUMES AND TOILET WATERS CONTAINING ALCOHOL
FLORAL OR FLOWER WATERS NOT CONTAINING ALCOHOL
PERFUMES & TOILET WATERS NT CONTAIN ALCOHOL, NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3303000000 | PERFUMES AND TOILET WATERS | $192.6M |
PERFUMES AND TOILET WATERS
5.6M kg
BEAUTY & SKIN CARE PREPARATION, NESOI
HS 330499
PREPARATIONS FOR USE ON THE HAIR, NESOI
HS 330590
EYE MAKE-UP PREPARATIONS
HS 330420
MIXTURES ODORIFEROUS SUBSTANCE USE FOOD/ DRINK IND
HS 330210
LIP MAKE-UP PREPARATIONS
HS 330410
PREPARATIONS FOR PERFUMING/DEODORIZING ROOMS NESOI
HS 330749
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | $112.2M | $65.8M | -$46.4M |
| New Jersey | $118.3M | $43.0M | -$75.3M |
| New York | $100.7M | $37.5M | -$63.2M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEWARK, NJ | $160.0M | $22.2M | -$137.9M |
| MIAMI, FL | $60.1M | $23.1M | -$37.0M |
| JFK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NY | $31.2M | $21.2M | -$10.1M |