U.S. imports of Powder Puffs & Pads for Applying Cosmetics (HS 961620) totaled $5.1M in August 2026, imported from 21 countries.
Importers of Powder Puffs & Pads for Applying Cosmetics paid $681K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 14.03% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Powder Puffs & Pads for Applying Cosmetics imports of $5.1M in August 2026 ran 10% above the year-to-date monthly average of $4.6M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataClassified under a single 10-digit line (9616200000), powder puffs and cosmetic application pads are beauty accessories used across mass-market and professional makeup segments. China dominates US supply, with Cambodia and Thailand serving as secondary sources — a sourcing mix that exposes importers to Section 301 tariff considerations on Chinese-origin goods. Material composition (foam, velour, synthetic fiber) and intended use — whether sold with a cosmetic product or separately — can affect classification boundaries with related headings.
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444 import shipments a month
Yes. Powder puffs and cosmetic pads originating from China are generally subject to Section 301 tariffs. Importers should confirm the applicable list and rate with a licensed customs broker, as Section 301 coverage and exclusions change periodically.
The heading covers pads of any material specifically designed to apply cosmetics or toilet preparations. However, if a pad is composed primarily of textile and is not clearly dedicated to cosmetic application, it may be classifiable under a textile heading instead. The intended use and retail presentation are key classification factors.
ImportsExports
Imports
$5.1MYoY · free account
Exports
$1.5MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $54.5M of Powder Puffs & Pads for Applying Cosmetics and exported $17.5M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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Subheading 2 of 2 in heading 9616
Subheading 961620 · $5.1M of $17.0M
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9616200000 | Powder Puffs & Pads to Apply Cosmetics, Toilet Prep | $4.9M | 14.03% | 95.68% | $681K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9616200000 | Powder Puffs & Pads to Apply Cosmetics, Toilet Prep | $1.5M |
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.
Imports · August 2026
origin
China and Mexico together supply 79% of it. China pays 15.8% duty; Mexico 2.1%.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
4.1% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 14.03% of imports for consumption.