Sourcing powder blusher from China
Powder blusher from China carries 0% UK import duty under the powders line, so the duty range for this guide is 0%. Before sale in Great Britain, arrange a qualified safety assessment and confirm the UK Responsible Person, product information file and cosmetic notification requirements with the relevant authority. Cambridge China Bridge sources powder blusher.
UK duty on powder blusher
Heading 3304 covers beauty, make-up and skin-care preparations, including cosmetic powders. Powder blusher falls within the powders line, whether loose or compressed. The table shows product formats sharing the same commodity code. For the wider heading, see eyeshadow palettes.
Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 29 September 2026, the supplied powders line carries 0% duty for goods from China, with no anti-dumping or countervailing duty and no suspension listed. Import VAT is 20%. The listed mercury measure concerns exports. The separate other-preparations line has a CITES import control attached; if your classification changes to that line, confirm the requirement with your customs broker.
Confirm the formula, powder form and presentation before declaring the commodity code. Agree who holds the cosmetics compliance documents before production.
| Goods | Commodity code | Duty | Anti-dumping or countervailing duty on China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pressed powder blusher in compacts | 3304 91 00 00 | 0% | None |
Specify shade, powder texture and compact
Specify pressed or loose powder, shade against a retained sample, matte or shimmer finish, colour payoff, blendability and acceptable dusting. Define fill weight, pan dimensions, compact closure, mirror attachment and refill fit where relevant. Assess the powder with the intended brush rather than relying on photographs.
Ask the factory to disclose the full quantitative formula to your safety assessor under confidentiality. Review colourants and restricted ingredients before approving production. For sale in Great Britain, arrange the qualified safety assessment before launch and confirm the UK Responsible Person, product information file and notification requirements with the relevant authority. If you also source hair care products, see our hair mask sourcing guide.
Approve the actual filled pack and transport packaging. Agree checks for pan adhesion, cracking, powder leakage and shade consistency. Require approval before changing pigments, binders, fragrance or packaging materials.
Worked duty example
Illustrative example, not a quote: Illustrative order of 600 powder blusher compacts; values are illustrative under 3304 91 00 00, invoiced at £6,000 free on board, with £600 of freight and insurance to the UK. The customs value is £6,600. Duty at 0% is £0. Import VAT at 20% is charged on the customs value plus duty, £6,600, so it is £1,320. With no duty, the only import tax is the VAT, which a VAT-registered importer can usually reclaim. The import duty and VAT guide explains each step.
Inspection checklist
Shade: compare production samples with the retained standard under consistent lighting, including colour after application.
Texture: check pickup, blending, dusting, surface glazing and visible particles with the intended brush.
Pack: check cracked powder, detached pans, leaking sifters, closures, mirrors and damage inside arrival cartons.
Label and records: check the approved ingredient list, warnings, durability marking, batch identification and Responsible Person details against the finished product. Match the batch to the formula and safety documents.
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What goes wrong
An approved shade sample does not settle powder hardness or pack strength. Overly hard powder can resist brush pickup; softer powder can crumble during transport. Inspect packed production samples and compare their application with the retained standard.
A pigment or binder substitution can change shade, texture and the formulation behind the safety assessment. Keep changes subject to approval and update the compliance file for reformulation. Hold discrepant stock while the formula, paperwork or damaged packaging is investigated.
Cambridge China Bridge sources these products for UK businesses, checking the factory and the documents before shipment. See factory verification. For repeat volumes, see container programmes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UK import duty on powder blusher from China?
The supplied tariff data shows 0% duty under 3304 91 00 00 for powders, whether or not compressed. No anti-dumping or countervailing duty is listed. Import VAT is 20%.
Do I need a UK Responsible Person for powder blusher?
For sale in Great Britain, confirm with the relevant authority whether you need a Responsible Person with a UK established address and what responsibilities they have for the safety assessment, product information file and notification.
Can I sell powder blusher with only a factory ingredient list?
An ingredient list alone does not replace the safety assessment. Obtain the full quantitative formula for your assessor and confirm the product information file and pre-sale notification requirements with the relevant authority.
How do I check powder blusher quality on arrival?
Compare shade and application with the retained sample. Check cracked powder, loose pans, dust leakage, closures and labels, and match batch codes to the production records.