Hexamine Metaldehyde Camping Sticks from China
Solid fuel sticks combining metaldehyde with hexamine, shaped for easy ignition in portable stoves used by hikers and backpackers. Classified under HTS 3606.90.40.00 per note 2(a) as similar substances to metaldehyde put up in stick form for fuel. They provide reliable, wind-resistant burning for outdoor cooking.
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
• Include burn test certifications and fuel composition analysis to distinguish from chemical intermediates
• Label clearly as 'solid fuel for stoves' and avoid agricultural references to prevent pesticide scrutiny
• Check for REACH compliance in EU markets, as metaldehyde has environmental restrictions