HS 3605: Matches, other than pyrotechnic articles of 3604

General Rate

Sub-codes

GST

10%

Chapter

HS Codes Under Heading 3605

Code	Description	Unit	General Rate
3605-00-00	MATCHES, OTHER THAN PYROTECHNIC ARTICLES OF 3604	TH	0%

FTA Preferential Rates

These Free Trade Agreements may offer reduced duty rates for HS 3605 products:

Agreement	Typical Rate	Countries
ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement	0%	BRN, IDN, KHM, LAO, MMR, MYS, NZL, PHL, SGP, THA, VNM
Australia-Chile Free Trade Agreement	0%	CHL
Australia-Hong Kong Free Trade Agreement	0%	HKG
Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement	excluded	IND
Australia-United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement	0%	GBR
Australia-United States Free Trade Agreement	0%	USA
China-Australia Free Trade Agreement	0%	CHN
Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership	0%	BRN, CAN, CHL, JPN, MEX, MYS, NZL, PER, SGP, VNM, GBR
Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement	0%	IDN
Korea-Australia Free Trade Agreement	0%	KOR
Malaysia-Australia Free Trade Agreement	0%	MYS
Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership	0%	BRN, CHN, JPN, KHM, KOR, LAO, NZL, SGP, THA, VNM, IDN, PHL, MMR, MYS
Singapore-Australia Free Trade Agreement	0%	SGP
Thailand-Australia Free Trade Agreement	0%	THA

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Classification Guidance

Heading 3605 belongs to Chapter 36 in Section VI (Products of the chemical or allied industries).

View Chapter 36 classification notes

Notes 1. This Chapter does not cover separate chemically defined compounds other than those described in Note 2(a) or (b) below. 2. In 3606, "articles of combustible materials" applies only to: a. Metaldehyde, hexamethylenetetramine and similar substances, put up in forms (for example, tablets, sticks or similar forms) for use as fuels; fuels with a basis of alcohol, and similar prepared fuels, in solid or semi-solid form; b. Liquid or liquefied-gas fuels in containers of a kind used for filling or refilling cigarette or similar lighters and of a capacity not exceeding 300 cm3; and c. Resin torches, firelighters and the like.

Important

Rates shown are general (MFN) duty rates. Total landed cost includes GST (10% on CIF + duty), Import Processing Charge ($50-

92), and biosecurity levy ($46.20-$73.56). Goods valued under AUD

,000 may qualify for the Low Value Imported Goods threshold. Use the calculator for a complete breakdown.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the import duty on matches, other than pyrotechnic articles of 3604 in Australia?

The general (MFN) duty rate for HS 3605 (Matches, other than pyrotechnic articles of 3604) is 0%. Preferential rates may be available under 14 Free Trade Agreements.

How many sub-codes are under HS heading 3605?

There are 1 statistical codes under heading 3605 in the Australian tariff schedule. See the full table below for rates and descriptions.

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Other Headings in Chapter 36

3601: Propellent powders 3602: Prepared explosives, other tha...3603: Safety fuses; detonating cords...3604: Fireworks, signalling flares, ...3606: Ferro-cerium and other pyropho...

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Ferro-cerium and other pyrophoric alloys in all forms; articles of combustible materials as specified in note 2 to this chapter