Pyrotechnic Flare Igniter from China
An igniter module for pyrotechnic signal flares used in avalanche control or emergency signaling in mining. It initiates the flare's burn sequence, fitting HTS 3603.50.00.00.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include burn time and color specifications in invoices for proper explosive subclassification
• Ensure FAA/DOT coordination if air-shipped due to pyrotechnic nature
• Avoid retail packaging that might trigger consumer goods scrutiny