HS Code for Fireworks

Fireworks are classified under HS code 3604.10. This classification is found in Chapter 36, which covers explosives, pyrotechnic products, pyrophoric alloys, and certain combustible preparations. Heading 3604 specifically includes fireworks, signaling flares, rain rockets, fog signals, and other pyrotechnic articles. Subheading 3604.10 is the specific designation for fireworks. These products are defined by their ability to produce an explosive or pyrotechnic effect for amusement, signaling, or illumination. The classification is based on the chemical composition of the items, which typically include an oxidizer, a fuel, and various metallic salts to produce colors. Because fireworks are designed for entertainment and display purposes through the combustion of pyrotechnic compositions, they are strictly excluded from other chapters like Chapter 95 (toys and games) and must be declared under this specific heading. The classification applies to both professional display fireworks and consumer-grade products, regardless of their size or the complexity of the pyrotechnic effect produced.

Products Included

• Display fireworks (aerial shells)
• Consumer fireworks (firecrackers, Roman candles)
• Sparklers and handheld pyrotechnics
• Ground spinners and fountains
• Pyrotechnic rockets for amusement

Common Misclassification

Fireworks are sometimes misclassified under HS code 3604.90, which is for "other" pyrotechnic articles like signaling flares or rain rockets. However, if the item is intended for amusement, 3604.10 is the correct code. They are also occasionally confused with HS code 9505 (festive articles), but Note 1(n) to Chapter 95 explicitly excludes pyrotechnic articles of heading 3604.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Fireworks?

The HS code for fireworks is 3604.10.

Are safety flares classified under the same code as fireworks?

No, safety flares and signaling rockets are classified under HS code 3604.90, as they are for utility rather than amusement.