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U.S. imports of lighter fuel in small containers (not exceeding 300 cm³) (HS 360610) totaled $405K in July 2026, traded with 8 countries.
Importers of Lighter Fuel in Small Containers (Not Exceeding 300 cm³) paid $78K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 19% on $405K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Lighter Fuel in Small Containers (Not Exceeding 300 cm³) imports of $405K in July 2026 ran 27% below the year-to-date monthly average of $551K.
Last updated: July 2026 dataLiquid or liquefied-gas fuels packaged in small containers — typically butane or naphtha — intended for filling or refilling cigarette lighters and similar devices fall under 3606100000, provided the container capacity does not exceed 300 cm³. China leads US imports under this heading, with South Korea and Turkey also among the top suppliers. These products are regulated as flammable hazardous materials under DOT rules and may be subject to CPSC requirements when sold as consumer refill products.
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Heading 3606 specifically covers containers not exceeding 300 cm³ intended for filling or refilling cigarette or similar lighters. Larger containers of the same fuel — butane, naphtha, or other liquefied-gas fuels — would be classified under the appropriate fuel or chemical heading based on the substance and container type. The 300 cm³ limit and the lighter-refill end-use purpose are both required for classification here.
Yes. Imports of lighter fuel containers from China classified under 3606100000 are subject to Section 301 tariffs in addition to the standard MFN duty rate. Importers should verify the current applicable Section 301 list and any product-specific exclusions at the time of entry, as these measures have been subject to ongoing review and modification.
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Subheading 2 of 2 in heading 3606
Subheading 360610 · $405K of $1.8M
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3606100000 | Liquid Fuel in Cont for Lighters Nt Exceed 300 Cm3 | $405K | 19.38% | 100.00% | $78K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3606100000 | Liquid Fuel in Cont for Lighters Nt Exceed 300 Cm3 | $383K |
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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Imports
$405KYoY · Pro
Exports
$383KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProFewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade above $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · July 2026
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China and Korea, South together supply 69% of it.
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rate provision · imports
the effective duty rate is 19.38%.