Esbit Solid Fuel Tablets from Canada
Branded Esbit tablets made from hexamine and other combustibles, put up in stick form for backpacking stoves. Covered by HTS 3606.90.80.00 as prepared fuels in solid form per note 2(a). Provide consistent 7-minute burn time for boiling water.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Retain original packaging showing 'fuel tablet' branding to support classification
• Separate from liquid fuels to avoid 3606.90.30 lighter fluid categorization
• Monitor moisture content (<5%) to prevent spontaneous combustion claims during transit