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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.4%+35.0%38.4%
🇲🇽Mexico3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇨🇦Canada3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇩🇪Germany3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇯🇵Japan3.4%+10.0%13.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5903.10.20Lower: 35% vs 38.4%

If sheathed with visible plastic core for synthetic candles

Plastic-sheathed yarns in 5903; pure textile braids remain 5908.

6217.10Lower: 24.6% vs 38.4%

If sewn into finished garment accessory mimicking wick

Apparel accessories in Chapter 62 if not functional wick.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Provide braid pattern photos for customs; declare candle-specific sizing

Watch for set classification if with wax

Related Products under HTS 5908.00.00.00

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.

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.