BIC Lighter Valve Assembly from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

14%

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

Import Tips

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