Solid Metaldehyde Backpacking Fuel Cubes from Germany
Small, portable cubes of metaldehyde fuel optimized for ultralight backpacking, igniting quickly without mess. They qualify under HTS 3606.90.40.00 as articles of combustible materials in cube form for fuel use, per Chapter 36 note 2(a). Popular for thru-hikers needing lightweight energy.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide photos of product form and usage instructions in entry docs to affirm fuel classification
• Declare exact metaldehyde content to avoid undervaluation penalties
• Test for stability certifications, as heat-sensitive goods require special handling