Magnesium Fire Starter
A survival tool consisting of a magnesium block and a flint striker for emergency fire starting. It is a fabricated consumer article of magnesium under this tariff item, as it is not a pyrophoric alloy of heading 36.06.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a pyrophoric alloy
Ferro-cerium and other pyrophoric alloys are excluded from Section XV.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product does not contain ferro-cerium or other pyrophoric alloys, which would fall under Chapter 36
• Provide a product description emphasizing the magnesium block as the primary component
• Check if the flint striker is classified separately
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