Piezoelectric Igniter for Gas Stoves from Germany
A piezoelectric ceramic igniter that generates a spark for lighting gas stoves and ovens without needing batteries or external power. It falls under HTS 9613.90.4000 as an electrical part specifically designed for cigarette lighters and other lighters, adapted for gas appliance ignition. The electrical sparking mechanism qualifies it as an 'electrical' part per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the igniter is solely for lighter mechanisms to avoid reclassification under Chapter 85 as general electrical igniters
• Include detailed technical specs and diagrams in documentation to prove electrical sparking function for lighters