HS code for candle wicks

HS code

5908.00

US HTS code

5908.00.00

US general duty

3.4%

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 21 (2026), effective 10/09/2026 · checked 2026-10-28

Woven, plaited or knitted textile wicks for candles and lamps are 5908.00.

US tariff lines under 5908.00

US HTS code	Description	General duty
5908.00.00	Textile wicks, woven, plaited or knitted, for lamps, stoves, lighters, candles or the like; incandescent gas mantles and tubular knitted gas mantle fabric therefor, whether or not impregnated	3.4%

Import duty on candle wicks by country

Import into the US

3.4%

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Import into the UK

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Import into the EU

5.6%

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Extra duties may apply

The general rate applies to most countries. Imports from some countries also pay additional duties under Chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs on many Chinese goods. Check the current measures for your country of origin before you order.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the HS code for candle wicks?

The international HS code for candle wicks is 5908.00. Woven, plaited or knitted textile wicks for candles and lamps are 5908.00.

Q2What is the US import duty on candle wicks?

Under HTS 5908.00.00, the US general duty rate is 3.4%. Goods from some countries pay additional duties on top of this rate.

Q3What is the 10-digit HTS code for candle wicks?

5908.00.00.00.

Q4Is the HS code the same in every country?

The first 6 digits (5908.00) are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. The digits after that, and the duty rates, are set by each country.

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Classification guidance only, not a binding ruling or customs advice. The right code depends on your product’s exact material, function and construction. For certainty, request a binding ruling from U.S. Customs and Border Protection or ask a licensed customs broker.