What is MCC 7298?
MCC 7298 is the Merchant Category Code for Health and Beauty Spas. This four-digit code is used by credit card networks to classify businesses that sell health and beauty spas.
When you use your credit card at a merchant classified under MCC 7298, the transaction is tagged with this code. Your credit card issuer uses this code to determine what rewards you earn—whether it's bonus miles, cashback, or base points.
Credit Cards That Earn Bonus Rewards on MCC 7298
Citibank Rewards MasterCard
4 MPDNot excluded
Cap: Cap at $1,000 a month
Note: Online spend only - excludes travel-related MCCs (3000-3999 range)
Woman's World MasterCard
4 MPDNot excluded
Cap: Cap at $1,000 a month
Note: Online spend only
UOB Visa Signature
4 MPDNot excluded
Cap: Must spend between $1,000 to $1,200 via contactless and $1,000 to $1,200 for FCY
Note: Offline: Local contactless spend between $1,000-$1,200 | FCY: Foreign currency transactions between $1,000-$1,200
UOB Lady's Card
4 MPDEligible under Beauty & Wellness category
Cap: Cap at $1,000 per calendar month per bonus category
Note: Must select 2 bonus categories: Beauty & Wellness, Dining, Entertainment, Family, Fashion, Transport, or Travel. Earn 1X UNI$ for every $5 spent on all other eligible categories.
UOB Lady's Solitaire
4 MPDEligible under Beauty & Wellness category
Cap: Cap at $750 per calendar month per bonus category
Note: Must select 2 bonus categories: Beauty & Wellness, Dining, Entertainment, Family, Fashion, Transport, or Travel. Earn 1X UNI$ for every $5 spent on all other eligible categories.
Cards That Don't Earn Bonus
These cards earn base rewards (1 MPD) on MCC 7298:
✗HSBC Revolution
✗OCBC Rewards
✗UOB Preferred Platinum Visa
✗UOB KrisFlyer
Tips for Maximizing Rewards on MCC 7298
- Use the card with the highest bonus rate for this MCC category
- Track monthly caps to avoid missing out on bonus rewards
- Check if online vs offline spending affects your rewards rate
- Verify the MCC before making large purchases to ensure bonus eligibility
- Consider having multiple cards to maximize rewards across different MCCs
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