HS Code 5908
Textile Wicks and Gas Mantles
HS code 5908 covers textile wicks for lamps, candles, and lighters, alongside incandescent gas mantles used for lighting and heating equipment.
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HS Code 5908 — Textile Wicks and Gas Mantles
This category includes textile wicks used in lamps, stoves, lighters, and candles, whether woven, plaited, or knitted. It also covers incandescent gas mantles and the tubular material used to manufacture them.
What's included
- Candle wicks
- Kerosene lamp wicks
- Lighter wicks
- Incandescent gas mantles
- Tubular gas mantle fabric
What's excluded
- Wax-covered candle wicks → use
3406(Finished candles are classified under chapter 34.)
Common examples
- Braided cotton candle wicks
- Woven fiberglass wicks for oil lamps
- Thorium-free gas mantles
- Zippo-style lighter wicks
Frequently asked questions
Are wicks made of fiberglass included?
Yes, provided the primary character is a textile wick for lighting or heating applications.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 2% - 8%
- Documentation: Check for radioactive material restrictions if importing old-style thorium-treated gas mantles.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: China, Germany, India
- Top importers: United States, Nigeria, Japan
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Key takeaway
Essential for lighting and heating industries, covering both simple wicks and technical gas mantles.
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