Lighters; pocket, cigarette, gas fuelled, refillable

HS v2022 Code: 961320

About lighters; pocket, cigarette, gas fuelled, refillable

HS code 961320 covers a range of pocket-sized, gas-fueled lighters that are designed to be refillable. These lighters are essential tools for lighting cigarettes, candles, and other small flames. The global lighter industry plays a crucial role in the broader consumer goods and tobacco sectors, providing a convenient and reliable source of ignition for a wide variety of everyday applications.

Production process

The production of HS code 961320 lighters typically involves a multi-step manufacturing process. This includes the fabrication of the lighter's body, the installation of the gas delivery system, the assembly of the ignition mechanism, and the final testing and quality control procedures. Manufacturers often utilize automated machinery and precision engineering techniques to ensure consistent quality and performance across their product lines.

Production inputs

The key inputs required for the production of HS code 961320 lighters include high-quality metals, plastics, and other synthetic materials for the body and components, as well as specialized gases, such as butane, to fuel the ignition mechanism. Manufacturers also rely on a range of precision tools, molds, and assembly equipment to streamline the manufacturing process and maintain tight tolerances.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 961320 is the refillable, gas-fueled pocket lighter. These lighters are widely used across various industries and consumer markets, including the 240220 tobacco industry, the 332999 hardware and DIY sector, and the 339999 general consumer goods industry. The lighter's compact size, reliable performance, and refillable design make it a popular choice for a wide range of applications.

Revisions to 961320

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 961320. The most recent 1 version of this code (961320) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 961320.

Family tree for lighters; pocket, cigarette, gas fuelled, refillable

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/96'>96: Miscellaneous manufactured articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/9613'>9613: Cigarette lighters and other lighters, whether or not mechanical or electrical and parts thereof other than flints and wicks</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/961320'>961320: Lighters; pocket, cigarette, gas fuelled, refillable</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/961310'>961310: Lighters; pocket, cigarette, gas fuelled, non-refillable</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/961380'>961380: Lighters; whether or not mechanical or electrical, n.e.c. in heading no. 9613</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/961390'>961390: Lighters; parts for cigarette lighters and other lighters, whether or not mechanical or electrical, other than flints and wicks</a>"]

    

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