Chapter 96 is the miscellaneous manufactured articles chapter in the HS classification system, covering various manufactured articles not specified in other chapters, such as brushes, sieves, models, lighters, smoking pipes, combs, sprayers, vacuum flasks, etc. These goods usually have multiple uses or are made of multiple materials, making it difficult to classify them into other chapters by material or function. Goods in this chapter are mostly daily consumer goods, handicrafts, or industrial miscellaneous articles, and their classification emphasizes specific naming and functional characteristics. Heading 9616 covers perfume sprayers, toilet sprayers and similar toilet sprayers, as well as their heads, buttons and other parts. This heading mainly includes spray devices for personal care, such as perfume bottle spray heads, cosmetic spray bottles, toner sprayers, etc. However, it does not include ordinary industrial sprayers (classified under 8424) or medicinal sprayers (classified under 9019). Code 961610 is a 6-digit subheading. The first 2 digits 96 indicate Chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles); digits 3-4, 16, indicate heading 9616, i.e., perfume sprayers and toilet sprayers; digits 5-6, 10, indicate the subheading, specifically perfume sprayers and toilet sprayers. This subheading is not further subdivided, and all sprayers meeting the description are classified under this code. Note: 961610 and 961620 (powder puffs and pads for applying cosmetics) both belong to heading 9616, but are different subheadings. This commodity is classified under 961610 because it is a sprayer dedicated to perfume or cosmetics, has a spraying function, and directly contacts cosmetics. It is not classified under 8424 (mechanical appliances for projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders), because 8424 is mainly used for industrial or agricultural spraying; nor under 961620 (powder puffs), because the function is different. In addition, if it is a medicinal sprayer, it is classified under 9019.
Chapter
Chapter 96 is the miscellaneous manufactured articles chapter in the HS classification system, covering various manufactured articles not specified in other chapters, such as brushes, sieves, models, lighters, smoking pipes, combs, sprayers, vacuum flasks, etc. These goods usually have multiple uses or are made of multiple materials, making it difficult to classify them into other chapters by material or function. Goods in this chapter are mostly daily consumer goods, handicrafts, or industrial miscellaneous articles, and their classification emphasizes specific naming and functional characteristics.
Heading
Heading 9616 covers perfume sprayers, toilet sprayers and similar toilet sprayers, as well as their heads, buttons and other parts. This heading mainly includes spray devices for personal care, such as perfume bottle spray heads, cosmetic spray bottles, toner sprayers, etc. However, it does not include ordinary industrial sprayers (classified under 8424) or medicinal sprayers (classified under 9019).
Digit Breakdown
Code 961610 is a 6-digit subheading. The first 2 digits 96 indicate Chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles); digits 3-4, 16, indicate heading 9616, i.e., perfume sprayers and toilet sprayers; digits 5-6, 10, indicate the subheading, specifically perfume sprayers and toilet sprayers. This subheading is not further subdivided, and all sprayers meeting the description are classified under this code. Note: 961610 and 961620 (powder puffs and pads for applying cosmetics) both belong to heading 9616, but are different subheadings.
Classification Basis
This commodity is classified under 961610 because it is a sprayer dedicated to perfume or cosmetics, has a spraying function, and directly contacts cosmetics. It is not classified under 8424 (mechanical appliances for projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders), because 8424 is mainly used for industrial or agricultural spraying; nor under 961620 (powder puffs), because the function is different. In addition, if it is a medicinal sprayer, it is classified under 9019.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as 'perfume sprayer' or 'toilet sprayer', which should accurately reflect the commodity's use and type. Material: Declare the main material of the sprayer, such as plastic, glass, metal, etc., as well as the material of the spray head. Use: Clearly declare that it is used for spraying perfume, cosmetics, or similar personal care products. Brand: Declare the brand of the commodity (if any); if there is no brand, declare 'no brand'. Model: Declare the commodity model or item number to facilitate identification of the specific product. Capacity: Declare the capacity of the sprayer, such as '50ml', which helps determine whether it belongs to a cosmetic container. Whether with spray head: Declare whether it has a spray head and whether the spray head is detachable. Packaging specification: Declare the packaging method of the commodity, such as 'individual independent packaging', '12 pieces/box', etc. Product name: perfume sprayer; Material: glass bottle body, plastic spray head; Use: for perfume spraying; Brand: XYZ; Model: PS-50; Capacity: 50ml; Whether with spray head: yes; Packaging specification: individual independent packaging. Mistakenly classifying perfume sprayers under 8424 (industrial sprayers), resulting in incorrect tax rates and regulatory conditions. Failing to declare 'use', not clarifying that it is for perfume or cosmetics, which may result in classification under other headings. Failing to declare materials, especially the glass bottle body, which may affect classification or the application of anti-dumping duties.
Product name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as 'perfume sprayer' or 'toilet sprayer', which should accurately reflect the commodity's use and type.
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring it as 'sprayer' or 'spray head', which is too general and does not reflect perfume or cosmetic use.
Material
Declare the main material of the sprayer, such as plastic, glass, metal, etc., as well as the material of the spray head.
⚠️ Declaring only 'plastic', without distinguishing the materials of the bottle body and spray head, or omitting glass components.
Use
Clearly declare that it is used for spraying perfume, cosmetics, or similar personal care products.
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring it as 'industrial use' or 'agricultural use', resulting in incorrect classification.
Brand
Declare the brand of the commodity (if any); if there is no brand, declare 'no brand'.
⚠️ Omitting the brand or making a false declaration, affecting customs protection of intellectual property rights.
Model
Declare the commodity model or item number to facilitate identification of the specific product.
⚠️ Failing to provide the model, or the model does not match the actual product.
Capacity
Declare the capacity of the sprayer, such as '50ml', which helps determine whether it belongs to a cosmetic container.
⚠️ Failing to declare the capacity, or using the wrong unit (such as mistakenly using liters).
Whether with spray head
Declare whether it has a spray head and whether the spray head is detachable.
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring 'without spray head' when it is actually a complete sprayer.
Packaging specification
Declare the packaging method of the commodity, such as 'individual independent packaging', '12 pieces/box', etc.
⚠️ Failing to declare the packaging specification, affecting customs inspection and statistics.
Mistakenly classifying perfume sprayers under 8424 (industrial sprayers), resulting in incorrect tax rates and regulatory conditions.
Failing to declare 'use', not clarifying that it is for perfume or cosmetics, which may result in classification under other headings.
Failing to declare materials, especially the glass bottle body, which may affect classification or the application of anti-dumping duties.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the commodity's use and function. 961610 specifically refers to sprayers used for perfume or cosmetics, and its design, capacity, and spray head characteristics are all aimed at personal care. If the sprayer is used for industrial, agricultural, or medical purposes, it is not classified under this code. In addition, if the sprayer is a component of a cosmetic container and is imported together with cosmetics, classification should be determined based on the main function. Generally, a separate sprayer (whether or not with a bottle) is classified under 961610. 842489 Other appliances for projecting liquids or powders: 842489 is used for spraying devices for industrial, agricultural, and other non-personal-care purposes, while 961610 is dedicated to perfume or cosmetic spraying; use is the core difference. 961620 Powder puffs and pads for applying cosmetics: 961620 refers to powder puffs and pads for applying powder cosmetics, while 961610 refers to sprayers for liquid spraying; the functions are different. 901920 Medical sprayers: 901920 refers to sprayers for medical or therapeutic use, such as nebulizers, with medical use, while 961610 is for personal care, not medical use. 392330 Plastic perfume bottles: 392330 refers to plastic containers; if without a spray head, they are classified under this code; if with a spray head, they are classified under 961610. 701090 Glass perfume bottles: 701090 refers to glass containers without a spray head; glass perfume bottles with a spray head are classified under 961610. Is the commodity used for perfume or cosmetics? Does it have a spray head or spraying function? Is it used for industrial, agricultural, or medical purposes? Does the material affect classification? Is it imported together with cosmetics?
Basis
The core basis for classification is the commodity's use and function. 961610 specifically refers to sprayers used for perfume or cosmetics, and its design, capacity, and spray head characteristics are all aimed at personal care. If the sprayer is used for industrial, agricultural, or medical purposes, it is not classified under this code. In addition, if the sprayer is a component of a cosmetic container and is imported together with cosmetics, classification should be determined based on the main function. Generally, a separate sprayer (whether or not with a bottle) is classified under 961610.
Confused Codes：
842489 - Other appliances for projecting liquids or powders
842489 is used for spraying devices for industrial, agricultural, and other non-personal-care purposes, while 961610 is dedicated to perfume or cosmetic spraying; use is the core difference.
961620 - Powder puffs and pads for applying cosmetics
961620 refers to powder puffs and pads for applying powder cosmetics, while 961610 refers to sprayers for liquid spraying; the functions are different.
901920 - Medical sprayers
901920 refers to sprayers for medical or therapeutic use, such as nebulizers, with medical use, while 961610 is for personal care, not medical use.
392330 - Plastic perfume bottles
392330 refers to plastic containers; if without a spray head, they are classified under this code; if with a spray head, they are classified under 961610.
701090 - Glass perfume bottles
701090 refers to glass containers without a spray head; glass perfume bottles with a spray head are classified under 961610.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the commodity used for perfume or cosmetics?
✓ Does it have a spray head or spraying function?
✓ Is it used for industrial, agricultural, or medical purposes?
✓ Does the material affect classification?
✓ Is it imported together with cosmetics?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference in HS codes between perfume sprayers and ordinary sprayers? Perfume sprayers are classified under 961610, while ordinary sprayers (such as industrial ones) are classified under 8424. The difference lies in use: 961610 is dedicated to perfume or cosmetics, while 8424 is used for industry, agriculture, etc. The use must be clearly declared during customs declaration. If a perfume sprayer has a glass bottle body and a plastic spray head, how should it be declared? It is still classified under 961610, but the declaration elements need to separately specify the bottle body material (glass) and the spray head material (plastic). Classification depends on use and spraying function, not material. What is the difference in classification between perfume bottles with spray heads and ordinary perfume bottles? Perfume bottles with spray heads are classified under 961610 because they have a spraying function; ordinary perfume bottles (without spray heads) are classified by material under 701090 (glass) or 392330 (plastic). How are cosmetic sprayers distinguished from medicinal sprayers? Cosmetic sprayers are classified under 961610, and medicinal sprayers under 9019. The distinction is based on use: if used for medical or therapeutic purposes, they are classified under 9019; if used for personal care, they are classified under 961610. What elements need to be declared for imported perfume sprayers? Product name, material, use, brand, model, capacity, whether with spray head, packaging specification, etc. need to be declared. Use and material are key to avoiding misclassification under other codes. How can the tariff rate for 961610 be checked? Tariff rates may change. The latest rates can be checked through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or by consulting a customs broker. Note that different countries of origin may apply different agreement rates. For cross-border e-commerce retail imports of perfume sprayers, is the HS code also 961610? Yes, cross-border e-commerce retail imports also use 961610, but they must comply with the cross-border e-commerce retail import commodity list and note the reasonable quantity for personal use. If the sprayer is imported as a cosmetic gift, how should it be classified? If the sprayer is imported together with cosmetics and as a gift, it is usually classified according to the main commodity. If imported separately, it is still classified under 961610. It is recommended to declare them separately to avoid confusion.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between perfume sprayers and ordinary sprayers?
A: Perfume sprayers are classified under 961610, while ordinary sprayers (such as industrial ones) are classified under 8424. The difference lies in use: 961610 is dedicated to perfume or cosmetics, while 8424 is used for industry, agriculture, etc. The use must be clearly declared during customs declaration.
Q: If a perfume sprayer has a glass bottle body and a plastic spray head, how should it be declared?
A: It is still classified under 961610, but the declaration elements need to separately specify the bottle body material (glass) and the spray head material (plastic). Classification depends on use and spraying function, not material.
Q: What is the difference in classification between perfume bottles with spray heads and ordinary perfume bottles?
A: Perfume bottles with spray heads are classified under 961610 because they have a spraying function; ordinary perfume bottles (without spray heads) are classified by material under 701090 (glass) or 392330 (plastic).
Q: How are cosmetic sprayers distinguished from medicinal sprayers?
A: Cosmetic sprayers are classified under 961610, and medicinal sprayers under 9019. The distinction is based on use: if used for medical or therapeutic purposes, they are classified under 9019; if used for personal care, they are classified under 961610.
Q: What elements need to be declared for imported perfume sprayers?
A: Product name, material, use, brand, model, capacity, whether with spray head, packaging specification, etc. need to be declared. Use and material are key to avoiding misclassification under other codes.
Q: How can the tariff rate for 961610 be checked?
A: Tariff rates may change. The latest rates can be checked through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or by consulting a customs broker. Note that different countries of origin may apply different agreement rates.
Q: For cross-border e-commerce retail imports of perfume sprayers, is the HS code also 961610?
A: Yes, cross-border e-commerce retail imports also use 961610, but they must comply with the cross-border e-commerce retail import commodity list and note the reasonable quantity for personal use.
Q: If the sprayer is imported as a cosmetic gift, how should it be classified?
A: If the sprayer is imported together with cosmetics and as a gift, it is usually classified according to the main commodity. If imported separately, it is still classified under 961610. It is recommended to declare them separately to avoid confusion.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.