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U.S. imports of pyrotechnic articles (signalling flares, fog signals & other), nesoi (HS 360490) totaled $1.5M in April 2026, traded with 8 countries.
Importers of Pyrotechnic Articles (Signalling Flares, Fog Signals & Other), NESOI paid $188K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 18% on $1.0M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Pyrotechnic Articles (Signalling Flares, Fog Signals & Other), NESOI imports of $1.5M in April 2026 ran 21% below the year-to-date monthly average of $1.9M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataBeyond consumer and display fireworks, a broad range of pyrotechnic articles — including maritime signalling flares, rain rockets, fog signals, and theatrical pyrotechnics — enters under 3604900000 as the residual 'not elsewhere specified' category within heading 3604. China and Germany are the leading US suppliers, reflecting both high-volume consumer-oriented production and precision safety-equipment manufacturing. Maritime distress flares in this heading are also subject to US Coast Guard approval requirements for use on US-flagged vessels.
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Yes. Signalling flares intended for use aboard US-flagged vessels must meet US Coast Guard (USCG) approval standards under 46 CFR, in addition to DOT hazmat transport requirements. Importers supplying the marine safety market should verify USCG approval status before importation, as unapproved flares cannot be legally carried as required safety equipment on US vessels.
Heading 3603 covers initiating devices — fuses, detonators, caps, and igniters — designed to set off explosive charges. Heading 3604 covers pyrotechnic articles whose primary function is visual or audible effect (fireworks, flares, fog signals) rather than initiating a separate explosive. Products that combine both functions, such as a flare with an explosive burst charge, require careful classification analysis and should be reviewed with a licensed customs broker.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $472K | $2.1M | +$1.6M |
| CHINA | $257K | $1.1M | +$883K |
| JAPAN | -- | $825K | +$825K |
| HONG KONG | -- | $735K | +$735K |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $379K | $54K | -$325K |
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3604900000 | OTHER PYROTECHNIC ARTICLES, NESOI | $1.5M | 18.38% | $188K |
OTHER PYROTECHNIC ARTICLES, NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3604900000 | OTHER PYROTECHNIC ARTICLES, NESOI | $5.8M |
OTHER PYROTECHNIC ARTICLES, NESOI
75.0K kg
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $2K | $2.8M | +$2.8M |
| Tennessee | $14K | $1.9M | +$1.8M |
| Pennsylvania | $448K | -- | -$448K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PORTAL, ND | -- | $1.7M | +$1.7M |
| SACRAMENTO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, CA | -- | $1.3M | +$1.3M |
| LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, CA | $46K | $883K | +$837K |