HS Code for Disposable lighter
Disposable lighters are classified under HS code 9613.10 because they meet the specific criteria for pocket lighters that are gas-fuelled and non-refillable. The Harmonized System (HS) organizes products based on their function and material composition. Under Chapter 96, which covers miscellaneous manufactured articles, heading 9613 specifically addresses cigarette lighters and other lighters. The sub-classification 9613.10 is reserved for those designed for the pocket that cannot be replenished with fuel once exhausted. These items typically feature a plastic body and a fixed fuel reservoir. Classification is determined by General Interpretative Rule (GRI) 1, which dictates that classification is governed by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since these lighters are specifically described in the text of subheading 9613.10, they are excluded from more general categories. The classification also considers the mechanism, whether it is a flint-wheel or a piezo-electric ignition, provided the device remains non-refillable and intended for personal use.
Products Included
- Standard plastic disposable gas lighters
- Non-refillable piezo-electric pocket lighters
- Fixed-fuel cigarette lighters
- Disposable cricket-style lighters
Common Misclassification
Disposable lighters are frequently confused with refillable pocket lighters, which fall under HS code 9613.20. The primary distinction is the presence of a valve for refilling. Additionally, larger lighters intended for household use, such as long-reach utility lighters, may be misclassified here but often belong under 9613.80 if they are not considered "pocket" lighters. Some importers mistakenly use 3606.10, which covers liquid or liquefied-gas fuels in containers used for filling lighters, rather than the lighter apparatus itself.
FAQ
What is the HS code for Disposable lighter?
The HS code for a disposable, non-refillable gas-fuelled pocket lighter is 9613.10.
Does the ignition type change the HS code?
No, as long as the lighter is non-refillable and gas-fuelled, both flint and electronic ignition types remain under 9613.10.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Disposable lighter?
The HS code for Disposable lighter is 961310 (Lighters; pocket, cigarette, gas fuelled, non-refillable).
How do I classify Disposable lighter for customs?
Disposable lighter is classified under HS code 961310 — Lighters; pocket, cigarette, gas fuelled, non-refillable. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Disposable lighter the same in all countries?
The base HS code 961310 for Disposable lighter is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.