Ferrocerium Flint Lighter Wheels from China
These are small wheels made from ferrocerium alloy designed to produce sparks when struck by a striker in cigarette lighters and survival tools. They fall under HTS 3606.90.80.00 as ferrocerium in all forms, specifically as components for pyrophoric ignition devices. The alloy's high reactivity with oxygen generates intense sparks for reliable fire-starting.
Duty Rate — China → United States
22.5%
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
• Verify ferrocerium composition via lab testing to confirm pyrophoric properties and avoid misclassification as metal parts
• Include safety data sheets (SDS) documenting non-explosive nature and compliance with DOT hazardous materials regulations
• Label packages clearly as 'pyrophoric material' to prevent shipping delays from customs inspections