Kitchen Safety Matches from Germany
Wooden splints tipped with safety match composition, sold in boxes for kitchen lighting. Classified under HTS 3605.00.00.60 as standard safety matches, other than pyrotechnic or fusee types. They ignite only on striker surfaces and pose low fire risk.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include material safety data sheets (MSDS) detailing chemical composition of match heads
• Ensure boxes meet ASTM F1821 standards for match safety to avoid CBP holds
• Avoid bulk packaging over 50 gross per carton to comply with transportation regs