HTS 3604 · Chapter 36
Fireworks, signaling flares, rain rockets, fog signals and other pyrotechnic articles:
General (MFN) duty, special preferential rates, and where HTS 3604 sits in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
- Free
- General (MFN) rate
- None
- Special / FTA rate
- None
- Column 2 (non-MFN)
- Ch 36
- Explosives; pyrotechni…
The verdict
HTS 3604 enters the US duty-free under the general (MFN) rate, no tariff applies to most imports of this classification.
- Free
- General (MFN) rate
- Ch 36
- Explosives; pyrotechni…
About HTS 3604
HTS code 3604 classifies imports of: Fireworks, signaling flares, rain rockets, fog signals and other pyrotechnic articles:. This line sits within Chapter 36 (Explosives; pyrotechnic products; matches; pyrophoric alloys; certain combustible preparations), Section VI (Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries), and is catalogued as a heading in the USITC 2026 Basic Edition. The schedule specifies ad valorem (percentage-of-value) duty for this line. Chapter 36 covers a broad category with many neighboring tariff lines, so double-check the classification against the closest matches before filing.
The general (MFN / Column 1 General) rate for HTS 3604 is Free, which applies to most trading partners of the United States. No special preferential rate is listed for this line, so FTA origin alone will not reduce the general duty. Because the general rate is Free, most imports under this code enter the US without duty, though anti-dumping, countervailing, or Section 301 tariffs can still apply depending on country of origin.
Beyond the published rate, importers should check for Section 201 safeguards, Section 301 China tariffs, and any active AD/CVD orders that can materially change the real landed cost. Always verify the classification with a licensed customs broker before committing to a supply contract, this page is a research tool, not a customs ruling.
Duty Rate Summary, HTS 3604
| Rate Column | Value | Applies To |
|---|---|---|
| General (Column 1) | Free | Most-favored-nation (MFN) trading partners, the default rate for most US imports. |
| Special | Not listed | Preferential rates under FTAs (USMCA, CAFTA-DR, GSP, etc.) when origin qualifies. |
| Column 2 | Not listed | Statutory non-MFN rate for goods from countries without normal trade relations (Cuba, North Korea). |
Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition. See methodology for refresh cadence.
Details
- Chapter
- 36: Explosives; pyrotechnic products; matches; pyrophoric alloys; certain combustible preparations
- Classification
- Heading
Related Items in Chapter 36
Propellant powders
Prepared explosives, other than propellant powders
Safety fuses
Detonating cords
Percussion caps
Detonating caps
Igniters
Electric detonators
Display or special fireworks (Class 1.3G)
Other (including Class 1.4G)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Understanding This Tariff
HTS 3604 classifies under Chapter 36 (Explosives; pyrotechnic products; matches; pyrophoric alloys; certain combustible preparations), Section VI (Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries). This item enters the US duty-free under the general (MFN) rate, meaning no tariff is assessed for imports from most trading partners.
Importers should verify the correct HTS classification with a licensed customs broker or US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) before importing. Misclassification can result in penalties, delays, and additional duties.
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Data Sources
Tariff data from the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition.
Duty rates are subject to change. Importers should verify current rates with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) before making import decisions. Additional duties, anti-dumping duties, or countervailing duties may apply.
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Sources: U.S. International Trade Commission Harmonized Tariff Schedule (2026 Basic Edition) and FAO FAOSTAT Trade: Crops and Livestock. See our methodology for how figures are computed.
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