Product classification
HS code for Refillable lighter: 9613.20
Lighters, pocket, cigarette, gas fuelled, refillable.
Classification of refillable lighter under HS 9613.20
The classification of a refillable lighter under HS code 9613.20 is determined by its physical construction, fuel type, and intended use. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6, products are classified based on the terms of the headings and subheadings. Heading 9613 covers cigarette lighters and other lighters, whether or not mechanical or electrical. The specific subheading 9613.20 is reserved for pocket lighters that are gas-fueled and designed with a mechanism that allows for the replenishment of the fuel reservoir. This distinguishes them from disposable lighters, which are classified under 9613.10. To qualify for 9613.20, the device must be of a size suitable for carrying in the pocket and must utilize a liquefied gas (typically butane). The presence of a refill valve at the base or side of the lighter is the primary technical indicator for this classification. These items are often constructed from more durable materials such as metal or high-grade polymers to withstand multiple uses and pressure changes during refilling.
- Covers
- Piezoelectric refillable pocket lighters
- Flint-wheel gas-fueled refillable lighters
- Metal-cased butane refillable lighters
- Electronic ignition refillable cigarette lighters
- Windproof refillable gas lighters
- Also under 9613.20
- Zippo (with gas inserts)
- S.T. Dupont Ligne 2
- Xikar Executive
- Colibri Daytona
- Vector KGM.
Codes often confused with 9613.20
Common mistake. Refillable lighters are frequently confused with disposable lighters classified under HS code 9613.10. The distinction lies entirely in the ability to replenish the fuel; if a lighter lacks a refill valve, it must be classified as disposable regardless of its quality. Another common error involves table lighters, which are classified under 9613.80. Table lighters are distinguished by their larger size and lack of portability compared to pocket lighters. Furthermore, the fuel itself, when sold in separate containers for refilling, is not classified here but under HS code 3606.10 as fuel for lighters in containers not exceeding 300 cm³.
Top exporters and importers of HS 961320 (the code used for refillable lighter), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 961320 (the code used for refillable lighter) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 961320, not only refillable lighter.
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 refillable lighter
Brazil classifies refillable lighter under NCM 9613.20.00: HS 9613.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about refillable lighter
What is the HS code for Refillable lighter?
The HS code for Refillable lighter is 961320 (Lighters; pocket, cigarette, gas fuelled, refillable). The HS code for a gas-fueled, refillable pocket lighter is 9613.20.
How do I classify Refillable lighter for customs?
Refillable lighter is classified under HS code 961320 — Lighters; pocket, cigarette, gas fuelled, refillable. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are butane fuel canisters classified under this same code?
No, butane fuel canisters used to refill these lighters are classified under HS code 3606.10, provided the container capacity does not exceed 300 cubic centimeters.
Which countries are the top exporters of refillable lighter (HS 961320)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 961320 (the code used for refillable lighter) 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 refillable lighter (HS 961320)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 961320 (the code used for refillable lighter) 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.
Is the HS code for Refillable lighter the same in all countries?
The base HS code 961320 for Refillable 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.
What is the NCM code for refillable lighter in Brazil?
In Brazil, refillable lighter (HS 961320) is classified under NCM 9613.20.00.