Strike Anywhere Matches from Mexico
Wooden matches that ignite on any rough surface, packed in 250-count boxes. Despite common name, classified under HTS 3605.00.00.60 as other matches if not pyrotechnic. Phosphorus-free composition distinguishes from banned 'strike anywhere' types.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Confirm red phosphorus-free formulation via lab tests for customs acceptance
• Declare strike surface type explicitly in entry docs
• Segregate from safety matches in manifests to avoid mixing errors