Hexamine Fuel Tablets from Japan
Compressed tablets of hexamethylenetetramine used as solid fuel for camping stoves and emergency heaters. They qualify as articles of combustible materials per Chapter Note 2(a) under HTS 3606.90.80.00. These odorless, stable tablets burn cleanly without ash.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include burning test data to prove fuel classification vs chemical compound under Chapter 29
• Ensure tablets weigh under 50g each to avoid 'explosive' hazmat reclassification
• Document 'for fuel use only' to prevent confusion with disinfectant applications