U.S. imports of Igniters (HS 360350) totaled $4.6M in August 2026, imported from 14 countries.
Importers of Igniters paid $288K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 6.37% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Igniters imports of $4.6M in August 2026 ran 15% below the year-to-date monthly average of $5.4M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataIgniters are pyrotechnic or electro-pyrotechnic devices designed to initiate propellants, gas generators, and other energetic systems, with applications spanning automotive airbag inflators, aerospace propulsion, and industrial blasting. Classified under 3603500000, they require an ATF import permit and DOT hazmat compliance. Mexico is the leading US supplier — reflecting deep automotive supply-chain integration — followed by Austria and the Czech Republic, both home to specialized pyrotechnic component manufacturers.
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Igniters used in automotive airbag inflators are generally classified under 3603500000 when imported as standalone pyrotechnic initiating devices. However, when integrated into a complete airbag module or inflator assembly, the classification may shift to a different heading based on the essential character of the assembled article. A licensed customs broker should review the specific product configuration before entry.
Importers must hold a valid ATF federal explosives import permit, as igniters are regulated as explosive initiating devices under federal explosives law. Shipments require DOT-compliant hazmat packaging, labeling, and shipping papers. End-use documentation may also be requested by CBP or ATF to verify the intended application.
Subheading 3 of 6 in heading 3603
Subheading 360350 · $4.6M of $23.4M
ImportsExports
Imports
$4.6MYoY · free account
Exports
$4.4MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $64.9M of Igniters and exported $92.2M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3603500000 | Igniters | $4.5M | 6.37% | 59.81% | $288K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3603500000 | Igniters | $4.4M |
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.
Imports · August 2026
origin
Mexico and Austria together supply 60% of it. Thailand pays 12.7% duty; Mexico 0.0%.
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rate provision · imports
39.4% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 6.37% of imports for consumption.