Cotton Lamp Wick
Woven cotton wick designed for use in oil lamps, providing a steady flame through capillary action. It is braided for durability and even burning, specifically classified under HTS 5908.00.00.00 as a textile wick for lamps. Impregnation may be applied to reduce soot.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made from plastic-coated yarn strips rather than standard textile fabrics
Heading 5908 excludes fabrics from non-textile yarns; plastic strip yarns fall under 5604 as impregnated textile substitutes.
If adapted for transmission of power rather than combustion
Transmission belts/rods are in 5910; pure lamp wicks are specifically for lamps/stoves/candles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify wick construction (woven/plaited/knitted) via manufacturer specs to confirm HTS classification; ensure no impregnation exceeds visible limits per chapter notes
• Provide end-use certification if challenged as general fabric
Related Products under HTS 5908.00.00.00
Fiberglass Incandescent Gas Mantle
Tubular knitted fiberglass fabric formed into mantles for gas lanterns, impregnated with rare earth salts for incandescence. Classified under HTS 5908.00.00.00 as incandescent gas mantles. The impregnation enhances glow without changing fabric classification.
Braided Candle Wick #8/0
Plaited cotton wick size #8/0 for container candles, braided to prevent mushrooming and ensure clean burn. Falls under HTS 5908.00.00.00 as a textile wick for candles. Often lightly waxed but remains textile-dominant.
Knitted Tubular Gas Mantle Fabric
Tubular knitted fabric of refractory fibers for manufacturing incandescent gas mantles, supplied in rolls. HTS 5908.00.00.00 covers this whether impregnated or not for gas lighting. Designed for high-heat incandescence.
Woven Kerosene Stove Wick
Flat-woven cotton wick for pressure kerosene stoves, sized for optimal fuel draw and flame control. Classified in HTS 5908.00.00.00 as textile wick for stoves. May be impregnated for longevity.
Cotton Flat Wick for Oil Lamps
Woven flat cotton wick for hurricane oil lamps, providing adjustable flame height. HTS 5908.00.00.00 includes such textile wicks for lamps. Simple construction ensures reliable capillary action.
Zig-Zag Braided Candle Wick
Special plaited cotton wick with zig-zag braid for pillar candles, minimizing curl and soot. Under HTS 5908.00.00.00 as knitted/plaited wick for candles. Core-spun for self-trimming.