Safety Matches in Booklet Form from Mexico
Paper booklets containing safety matches that require striking on a prepared surface to ignite, used for everyday lighting needs like cigarettes or candles. These fall under HTS 3605.00.00 as standard non-pyrotechnic matches, distinct from explosive fireworks in 3604.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify match heads are non-explosive and comply with CPSC safety standards for flammability
• Include material safety data sheets (MSDS) and label origin/country of manufacture clearly
• Avoid misclassification as pyrotechnics; ensure no fuse or explosive components