HS Code 3604
Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles
HS code 3604 includes fireworks, signalling flares, rain rockets, fog signals, and other pyrotechnic articles intended for entertainment or maritime safety.
4-digit Section VIFCL Hazmat 1.3
HS Code 3604 — Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles
This heading covers fireworks for entertainment and pyrotechnic devices used for safety or technology. This includes signalling flares for maritime use, rain rockets used for weather modification, and smoke signals or fog signals.
What's included
- Display fireworks
- Retail firecrackers
- Marine distress flares
- Rain rockets for cloud seeding
- Railway fog signals
What's excluded
- Matches → use
3605(Matches are categorized separately from other pyrotechnic goods.) - Photographic flashbulbs → use
9006(Optical and photographic equipment is in Chapter 90.)
Common examples
- Large aerial shells for fireworks shows
- Handheld red maritime flares
- Smoke canisters for rescue signaling
- Skyrockets for public displays
Frequently asked questions
Are toy caps for pistols in 3604?
Yes, caps for toy pistols and similar low-hazard pyrotechnics fall under this heading.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 3% - 6.5%
- Documentation: Importing fireworks often requires local fire marshal approval and specific port arrival notifications.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, United States, Spain
- Top importers: United States, Germany, United Kingdom
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Key takeaway
Encompasses both entertainment fireworks and critical maritime safety signalling equipment.
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