U.S. imports of Ferrocerium and Other Pyrophoric Alloys; Articles of Combustible Materials (HS 360690) totaled $1.2M in August 2026, imported from 25 countries.
Importers of Ferrocerium and Other Pyrophoric Alloys; Articles of Combustible Materials paid $184K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 15.15% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: August 2026 dataFerrocerium — the iron-cerium alloy that generates sparks when struck — is the active element in lighter flints, fire-starting rods, and related ignition devices, all of which fall under this heading alongside other articles of specified combustible materials. China dominates US import supply, with Israel and Ireland also notable sources. The US schedule breaks the heading into ferrocerium and other pyrophoric alloys (3606903000) and combustible-material articles not elsewhere specified (3606908000), with a legacy consolidated line (3606900000) also present. Importers should note that China-origin goods in this heading are subject to Section 301 tariffs, making supplier diversification a live cost consideration.
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Ferrocerium and other pyrophoric alloys in bulk or rod form are classified under 3606903000, while finished lighters (which incorporate ferrocerium as a component) are classified elsewhere in Chapter 96. The key distinction is whether the article is the alloy itself or a complete ignition device.
Yes. Goods originating in China under this heading are subject to Section 301 tariffs. Importers sourcing from China should verify the applicable list and rate tier with a licensed customs broker, as Section 301 coverage and rates have been subject to ongoing review and modification.
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Imports
$1.2MYoY · free account
Exports
$614KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $14.9M of Ferrocerium and Other Pyrophoric Alloys; Articles of Combustible Materials and exported $10.9M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
origin
China and Ireland together supply 69% of it. China pays 24.0% duty; Canada 0.0%.
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entry
rate provision · imports
6.8% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 15.15% of imports for consumption.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3606908000 | Articles of Combustible Materials, NESOI | $976K | 17.32% | 91.97% | $169K |
| 3606903000 | Ferrocerium and Other Pyrophoric Alloys | $240K | 6.37% | 98.12% | $15K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3606900000 | Ferrocerium; Article Combust Mater Note 2 Chp 36 | $614K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
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Subheading 1 of 2 in heading 3606
Subheading 360690 · $1.2M of $1.9M