Harmonized System
U.S. imports of Perfumes and Toilet Waters (HS 330300) totaled $540.5M in August 2026, imported from 78 countries.
Importers of Perfumes and Toilet Waters paid $50.8M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 9.87% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Perfumes and Toilet Waters imports of $540.5M in August 2026 ran 32% above the year-to-date monthly average of $410.6M.
Last updated: August 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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13.8K import shipments a month
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.
Subheading 1 of 1 in heading 3303
Subheading 330300 · $540.5M of $540.5M
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3303003000 | Perfumes and Toilet Waters Containing Alcohol | $468.0M | 9.94% | 94.19% | $46.5M |
| 3303002000 | Perfumes & Toilet Waters Nt Contain Alcohol, NESOI | $25.0M | 11.98% | 95.31% | $3.0M |
| 3303001000 | Floral or Flower Waters not Containing Alcohol | $21.5M | 5.93% | 91.24% | $1.3M |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3303000000 | Perfumes and Toilet Waters | $181.9M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
ImportsExports
Imports
$540.5MYoY · free account
Exports
$181.9MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $4.9B of Perfumes and Toilet Waters and exported $2.2B.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
origin
France and United Arab Emirates together supply 64% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
5.0% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 9.87% of imports for consumption.