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HS Heading 3606 : Ferrocerium and other pyrophoric alloys in all forms; articles of combustible materials as specified in note 2 to this chapter

HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION

HS Heading 3606 encompasses ferrocerium and other pyrophoric alloys in all forms; articles of combustible materials as specified in note 2 to this chapter. It classifies 2 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 36 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].

Chapter

Ch 36

Heading

3606

Subheadings

2 HS6

Status

Verified 2026

Subheadings Under Heading 3606

HS Code	WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description	Chapter	Operational Package
3606.10	Ferrocerium and other pyrophoric alloys in all forms; articles of combustible materials as specified in note 2 to this chapter, Liquid or liquefied-gas fuels in containers of a kind used for filling or refilling cigarette or similar lighters and of a capacity not exceeding 300 cm³	36	View 3606.10 Package →
3606.90	Other	36	View 3606.90 Package →

DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE

How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 3606

Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

USITC HTS Heading 3606 ↗

United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

CBP CROSS Rulings ↗

CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 3606 precedent rulings.

WCO Nomenclature ↗

World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.

U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗

U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.

Heading 3606 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 3606?

HS Heading 3606 covers Ferrocerium and other pyrophoric alloys in all forms; articles of combustible materials as specified in note 2 to this chapter, grouping 2 6-digit WCO subheadings.

How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 3606?

Subheadings under Heading 3606 range from 3606.11 to 3606.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.

What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 3606?

US MFN general duty rates for Heading 3606 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.

Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 3606?

Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).

What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 3606?

Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.

How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 3606?

Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.

Can goods under Heading 3606 enter duty-free under USMCA?

Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 3606?

Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.

What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 3606?

Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.

How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 3606?

Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.