HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9613.20 – Lighters; pocket, cigarette, gas fuelled, refillable
HS code 9613.20 is the 6-digit subheading for lighters, pocket, cigarette, gas fuelled, refillable. It is used for refillable butane lighters, luxury cigar lighters, pocket torch lighters, windproof refillable lighters and electronic refillable gas lighters.
What HS 9613.20 covers
This HS code encompasses the international trade of pocket-sized, gas-fueled lighters that are designed to be refilled, distinguishing them from their disposable counterparts. These lighters serve a broad market, from everyday utility for smokers to more specialized uses like lighting cigars or candles. The global supply chain involves manufacturers, often concentrated in Asia and Europe, who produce these items, and distributors who then supply them to retailers worldwide. Key importers include consumer goods wholesalers, tobacco shops, gift retailers, and online marketplaces in developed economies. Exporters leverage economies of scale and design innovation to meet diverse consumer preferences. Important considerations in this trade include safety certifications, environmental regulations regarding gas propellants, and the balance between cost-effectiveness and premium design, especially for luxury brands.
- Covers
- Refillable butane lighters
- Luxury cigar lighters
- Pocket torch lighters
- Windproof refillable lighters
- Electronic refillable gas lighters
- Vintage style refillable lighters
- Utility gas lighters.
- Examples
- Zippo (with gas inserts)
- S.T. Dupont Ligne 2
- Xikar Executive
- Colibri Daytona
- Vector KGM.
Codes often confused with 9613.20
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 961310 (disposable lighters) due to its refillable nature, and 961380 (other lighters) which covers non-gas or non-refillable types not elsewhere specified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 961320, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 961320 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 64% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 10% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $305M 64% of world exports
- 2 Spain $46M 9.7% of world exports
- 3 France $34M 7.1% of world exports
World total: $477M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $43M 10% of world imports
- 2 United States $40M 9.5% of world imports
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$36M 8.5% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $420M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 9613.20
Brazil does not split HS 9613.20: its NCM code is 9613.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 96.13 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 9613.20
What is HS code 961320?
HS code 961320 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Lighters; pocket, cigarette, gas fuelled, refillable. This HS code encompasses the international trade of pocket-sized, gas-fueled lighters that are designed to be refilled, distinguishing them from their disposable counterparts. These lighters serve a broad market, from everyday utility for smokers to more specialized uses like lighting cigars or candles. The global supply chain involves manufacturers, often concentrated in Asia and Europe, who produce these items, and distributors who then supply them to retailers worldwide. Key importers include consumer goods wholesalers, tobacco shops, gift retailers, and online marketplaces in developed economies. Exporters leverage economies of scale and design innovation to meet diverse consumer preferences. Important considerations in this trade include safety certifications, environmental regulations regarding gas propellants, and the balance between cost-effectiveness and premium design, especially for luxury brands.
What products fall under HS code 961320?
Refillable butane lighters, luxury cigar lighters, pocket torch lighters, windproof refillable lighters, electronic refillable gas lighters, vintage style refillable lighters, utility gas lighters.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 961320?
This code is distinct from 961310 (disposable lighters) due to its refillable nature, and 961380 (other lighters) which covers non-gas or non-refillable types not elsewhere specified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 961320?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 961320 in UN Comtrade data were China ($305M, 64% of world exports), Spain ($46M) and France ($34M). World exports came to about $477M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 961320?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 961320 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($43M, 10% of world imports), the United States ($40M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $36M). World imports came to about $420M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 961320 structured?
HS code 961320 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (96) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (13) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 961320?
In Brazil, HS code 961320 is NCM 9613.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.