Book Matches with Wood Stems
Foldable book of 20 safety matches with natural pine wood stems, commonly used in restaurants, featuring a paper cover and striker strip. Classified under HTS 3605.00.00.30 due to the natural wood stem construction in non-pyrotechnic form.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If using paper or wax stems instead of wood
Only natural wood stems qualify for this subheading; others go to the general matches category.
If imported primarily as paper matchbook covers without stems
Separate paper cartons or folders for matches fall under Chapter 48 if not assembled with wood stems.
If for industrial fusees or pyrotechnic variants
Matches with pyrotechnic effects like colored flames are reclassified to heading 3604.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide lab test reports proving wood stems are natural and untreated to comply with HTS specificity
• Ensure packaging meets CPSC child-safety standards for matchbooks to avoid import delays
• Declare exact quantity per book to prevent undervaluation penalties during entry
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Deluxe Dinner Table Wood Matches
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