Key facts
- Most likely code
- 3406.00
- Candidate codes
- 1
- HS edition
- HS2022
Summary
Candles are usually classified under HS code 3406.00 when it is a candle, taper or the like. It sits in heading 34.06, “Candles, tapers and the like”.
How to choose the right code
Use 3406.00 when it is a candle, taper or the like.
Codes for candles
Each code is listed with its legal text from the HS2022 Harmonized System release, quoted as published, and the condition under which it applies to candles.
- 3406.00
Most likely
Legal text: “Candles, tapers and the like”
Heading 34.06: “Candles, tapers and the like”
Applies when it is a candle, taper or the like.
Similar products
Products in the same category as candles, or classified under the same headings.
- Bath towelsHS 6302.60
- Bed sheetsHS 6302.31, 6302.21
- DuvetsHS 9404.40
- Kitchen knivesHS 8211.92
- MugsHS 6911.10, 6912.00
- PillowsHS 9404.90
Duty rates by country
National tariff lines for candles are live for the United States. Each page lists the lines under the codes above, with their duty rates where they are live.
- Candles in United States1 national lines, duty rates live
Check your exact product
Describe your product, or paste its page, and the classifier suggests the code with its reasons.
Classification depends on the exact product
The right code depends on what the product is made of, how it is made and what it is for, so two products sold as candles can fall under different codes.
Guidance from published tariff data, not a binding ruling. For a decision customs must follow, apply to the destination’s customs authority for a binding tariff ruling.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for candles?
Candles are usually classified under HS code 3406.00 when it is a candle, taper or the like. It sits in heading 34.06, “Candles, tapers and the like”.
Sources and updates
The legal texts are from the HS2022 Harmonized System release, live on border.bot since 11 October 2026.
The conditions and questions on this page were written for candles by border.bot and checked against those legal texts; the page changes when a new release goes live or the topic is reviewed again.