Box of Safety Matches from China

Cardboard box containing 50-100 safety matches requiring a striker strip, ideal for household use. HTS 3605.00.00 applies to these non-pyrotechnic ignition products.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

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
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)

Import Tips

Attach commercial invoice detailing match count, type, and phosphorous-free status

Comply with EPA rules if containing restricted chemicals like white phosphorus

Store in cool, dry conditions pre-clearance to prevent spontaneous combustion claims

Box of Safety Matches from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3605.00.00