Bulk Pack Natural Wood Stem Matches

Large carton of 5000 natural wood stem safety matches for wholesale distribution, packed in dispenser boxes. HTS 3605.00.00.30 covers these due to the defining natural wood stems in match production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3605.00.00Same rate: 17.5%

If bulk without natural wood stems

Wood stem specificity separates this from other match types.

4703.21.00Higher: 25% vs 17.5%

If semi-processed wood pulp for stems

Raw chemical wood pulp falls under Chapter 47, not finished matches.

8422.90Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If including match dispensers as machinery parts

Dispensing parts may classify separately under machinery if not integral.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Break down bulk into HTS-declared units for accurate duty calculation

Obtain phytosanitary certificates for wood stems if from restricted origins

Monitor for moisture content to prevent spontaneous combustion claims