BIC Lighter Valve Assembly

Precision valve component regulating gas flow in disposable BIC cigarette lighters, excluding ignition elements. Classified under HTS 9613.90.80.00 as other lighter parts critical for safe operation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4%+17.5%21.5%
🇲🇽Mexico4%+10.0%14%
🇨🇦Canada4%+10.0%14%
🇩🇪Germany4%+10.0%14%
🇯🇵Japan4%+10.0%14%

Alternative Classifications

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

8481.80.90Higher: 37% vs 21.5%

If classified as industrial gas valve

Valves not designed specifically for lighters may classify under general valves in Chapter 84.

3926.90.99Higher: 22.8% vs 21.5%

If plastic injection-molded part sold in bulk without lighter branding

Generic plastic articles without dedicated lighter function fall under Chapter 39 plastics.

9613.20.00.00Lower: 19% vs 21.5%

If includes piezoelectric spark generator

Electrical ignition parts have specific subheading separate from mechanical parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include material safety data sheets (MSDS) for plastic/gas components to meet DOT hazardous material regs

Label shipments clearly as 'lighter parts - non-hazardous' to prevent hazmat surcharges