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U.S. imports of candles, tapers & similar articles (HS 340600) totaled $79.2M in April 2026, traded with 52 countries.
Importers of Candles, Tapers & Similar Articles paid $5.8M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $57.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataVietnam dominates US candle imports under this heading, with Canada and Mexico also serving as significant suppliers — a supply-chain profile shaped by labor costs, wax sourcing, and proximity to US retail distribution networks. Candles and tapers are classified under the single tariff line 3406000000 regardless of wax type (paraffin, soy, beeswax, or blended), fragrance content, or decorative form, making the heading straightforward to classify but competitive on price. Importers sourcing from Canada or Mexico may benefit from USMCA preferential treatment where applicable rules of origin are met. Retail packaging claims around fragrance ingredients or flame-retardant wicks may trigger Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) labeling scrutiny.
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No. All candles, tapers, and similar articles fall under 3406000000 regardless of the wax base material, fragrance content, or decorative form. The classification is determined by the article's function as a candle, not its composition.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued voluntary and mandatory guidelines covering candle labeling, wick composition (lead-core wicks are banned), and container integrity. Importers should also verify that fragrance ingredients comply with applicable regulations and that packaging meets CPSC requirements before distribution.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIETNAM | $43.0M | $72K | -$42.9M |
| CANADA | $16.8M | $3.4M | -$13.5M |
| MEXICO | $4.6M | $1.5M | -$3.2M |
| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | $3.0M | $3K | -$3.0M |
| POLAND | $2.4M | $79K | -$2.3M |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3406000000 | CANDLES, TAPERS AND THE LIKE | $79.2M | 10.19% | $5.8M |
CANDLES, TAPERS AND THE LIKE
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3406000000 | CANDLES, TAPERS AND THE LIKE | $9.3M |
CANDLES, TAPERS AND THE LIKE
1.4M kg
SURF-ACT PREP,WASH PREP,CLEAN PREP,RETAIL SALE NES
HS 340250
ORG. SUF0ACT PROD FOR WASHING SKIN, LIQ/CRM, RETAL
HS 340130
SOAP & OTH ORGANIC SURF ACT PROD, TOILET USE, BARS
HS 340111
SURFACE-ACTIVE, WASHING, ETC PREPARATIONS NESOI
HS 340290
SOAP & OTH ORGN SURF ACT PROD NOT TOILET USE,BARS
HS 340119
NON-IONIC ORGANIC SURFACE-ACTIVE AGENTS
HS 340242
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $21.3M | $489K | -$20.8M |
| Ohio | $7.1M | $2.6M | -$4.4M |
| Texas | $7.5M | $1.3M | -$6.2M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $26.5M | -- | -$26.5M |
| BUFFALO-NIAGARA FALLS, NY | $7.6M | $763K | -$6.8M |
| NEWARK, NJ | $6.9M | $203K | -$6.7M |