Magnesium-Ferrocerium Fire Starter Blocks

Composite blocks combining ferrocerium with magnesium shavings for ultra-reliable emergency fire starting. HTS 3606.90.30.00 applies to the dominant pyrophoric alloy component in all forms. The ferrocerium provides the spark, with magnesium as igniter.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.9%5.9%
🇲🇽Mexico5.9%5.9%
🇨🇦Canada5.9%5.9%
🇩🇪Germany5.9%5.9%
🇯🇵Japan5.9%5.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3606.90Same rate: 5.9%

If the block includes resin binder

Resin torches or firelighters per note 2(c) cover bound pyrophorics.

8104.30.00.00Higher: 29.4% vs 5.9%

If bulk magnesium with minor cerium doping

If magnesium is primary, it classifies under unwrought magnesium and alloys.

9506.91.00Higher: 22.1% vs 5.9%

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct material assay to prove ferrocerium predominance (>50%) for correct heading

Segregate from flammables in shipping manifests per IMDG code