The US HTS code for soap falls under heading 3401 — Soap; organic surface-active preparations used as soap, skin washing, in bars, cakes, moulded pieces, shapes, liquid or cream, containing soap or not; for retail, paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent. The specific 10-digit HTS codes are listed below.
| Region | Code system | Heading |
|---|---|---|
| 🌐 Global (WCO) | Harmonized System (HS) | 3401 |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | Commodity Code | 3401.20.10.00 |
| 🇪🇺 European Union | CN/TARIC | 3401.20.10.00 |
Chapter 34 — Soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster → Heading 3401 — Soap; organic surface-active preparations used as soap, skin washing, in bars, cakes, moulded pieces, shapes, liquid or cream, containing soap or not; for retail, paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent
What is the HTS code for soap? The US HTS heading is 3401 (Soap; organic surface-active preparations used as soap, skin washing, in bars, cakes, moulded pieces, shapes, liquid or cream, containing soap or not; for retail, paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent). Select the specific 10-digit code above that best describes your goods.
What is the difference between an HS code and HTS code? HS codes are the global 6-digit system set by the WCO. The US extends these to 10-digit HTS codes for import classification and duty purposes.
Where can I verify this HTS code? Always confirm with the official USITC HTS database or a licensed customs broker.
Also see: Global HS code for soap · UK commodity code for soap
Beta — data is for general reference only and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Always verify with hts.usitc.gov before making import/export decisions.