BIC Maxi Lighter from China
The BIC Maxi is a classic non-refillable gas-fueled pocket lighter with a long-lasting flame, designed for everyday use like lighting cigarettes or candles. It falls under HTS 9613.10.00.00 as a disposable, gas-powered lighter not intended for refilling, featuring a piezoelectric ignition system. Its compact design makes it portable and child-resistant.
Duty Rate — China → United States
21.5%
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 child-resistant mechanism compliance with U.S
• CPSC standards (16 CFR 1210) to avoid import holds
• Include detailed fuel composition (butane gas) on commercial invoice; ensure no ozone-depleting substances
• Label products with warnings in English and avoid bulk packaging over 125 units per carton for retail