Butane Table Lighter from Japan
A refillable butane gas lighter designed for tabletop use, featuring an adjustable flame and piezoelectric ignition for lighting candles or cigars. It falls under HTS 9613.80.10.40 as a table lighter fueled by butane, distinct from pocket or disposable lighters. Primarily used in dining or decorative settings for its stable flame control.
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
• Verify child-resistant mechanisms comply with CPSC standards for lighters to avoid import restrictions
• Include safety data sheets for butane fuel and ensure packaging labels flame height and refill instructions
• Declare exact butane capacity; misclassification as pocket lighters (9613.10) is a common audit trigger