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SITCSection 8
U.S. imports of ferrocerium, pyrophoric alloys, solid fuels, and firelighters (SITC 89939) totaled $1.4M in July 2026, traded with 24 countries.
Importers of Ferrocerium, Pyrophoric Alloys, Solid Fuels, and Firelighters paid $138K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 11% on $1.3M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Ferrocerium, Pyrophoric Alloys, Solid Fuels, and Firelighters imports of $1.4M in July 2026 ran 10% above the year-to-date monthly average of $1.3M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataFerrocerium—the iron-cerium alloy that generates sparks in lighters and fire-starting tools—anchors this heading alongside other pyrophoric alloys and a range of solid or semi-solid fuel products such as metaldehyde tablets, resin torches, and packaged firelighters. The pyrophoric-alloy segment is an industrial input for lighter manufacturers, while the solid-fuel and firelighter segment serves outdoor, camping, and emergency-preparedness retail channels. Importers should be aware that certain solid-fuel formulations may trigger hazardous-materials transport regulations that interact with customs entry requirements.
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46 shipments/mo
Basic heading 362 of 419 in section 8
Basic heading 89939 · $1.4M of $44.8B
Ferrocerium itself is not subject to mandatory admissibility review by a regulatory agency, but bulk shipments of pyrophoric materials may be subject to DOT hazardous-materials transport regulations and IATA/IMDG requirements for air or sea freight. Importers should confirm proper dangerous-goods classification and packaging certification before shipment.
Metaldehyde products intended for fuel use fall within this heading alongside resin torches and similar firelighters. However, metaldehyde formulated as a pesticide (e.g., slug bait) would be classified elsewhere and subject to EPA registration requirements. The declared end-use and formulation are therefore critical to correct classification.
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Imports · July 2026
origin
Ireland and China together supply 40% of it.
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Imports
$1.4MYoY · Pro
Exports
$724KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.