Flaming Skull Table Lighter from China
Novelty resin table lighter shaped as a flaming skull with LED eyes and butane flame from mouth. Under HTS 9613.80.10 as table lighter despite decoration, per chapter notes allowing precious/minor features. Stationary design for shelves.
Duty Rate — China → United States
24.8%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Decorative elements ok but prove ignition primary via specs
• LEDs require RoHS if electronic; separate declaration
• Age restriction labeling for skull theme avoids toy scrutiny