Fireworks, signalling flares, rain rockets, fog signals and other pyrotechnic articles
In plain English
This category includes fireworks, signaling flares, rain rockets, fog signals, and other pyrotechnic items. One group covers pyrotechnic products and fireworks specifically. The other group contains pyrotechnic products that are not fireworks, such as signaling flares, rain rockets, and fog signals.
6-digit subheadings (2)
Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.
Chapter 36 classification notes
Frequent misclassification in this chapter
Ammunition (cartridges, shells): Chapter 93 (9306), not 36. Automotive airbag propellants: Chapter 87 (vehicle parts). Pyrotechnic distress flares for marine use: may qualify for exemption as safety equipment.
Classification certainty
The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.
Binding tariff ruling databaseOther headings in Chapter 36
- 3601 — Explosives; propellent powders
- 3602 — Prepared explosives, other than propellent powders
- 3603 — Safety fuses; detonating cords; percussion or detonating caps; igniter…
- 3605 — Matches; other than pyrotechnic articles of heading no. 3604
- 3606 — Ferro-cerium and other pyrophoric alloys in all forms; articles of com…