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Disposable Lighter Refill Matches from China

Small safety matches designed as alternatives for lighter refills in portable kits. HTS 3605.00.00 for these basic matches.

Duty Rate — China → United States

20%

Rate breakdown

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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Classify as matches, not lighter parts, with function proof

Limit pack size under 300cm3 to avoid 3606 fuel rules

Include ignition test videos if challenged