Export Matches; other than pyrotechnic articles of heading no. 3604 from Pakistan to Germany
Pakistan did not report any exports of matches; other than pyrotechnic articles of heading no. 3604 (HS 3605) to Germany in 2025, while India sold US$1.3M there. Germany's total imports of the product were US$9.4M in 2025.
This is an open market for Pakistani suppliers: demand exists and a South Asian competitor is already meeting part of it. Pakistan's total sales to Germany grew 21% between 2020 and 2025, which suggests buyers there are increasingly open to Pakistani suppliers.
On our opportunity score, Germany rates 69 out of 100 (strong) and ranks 5th of 21 markets for this product. Next step: confirm import duties and product standards for Germany before sending samples, then list matches; other than pyrotechnic articles of heading no. 3604 with Germany as a target market so importers there can contact you.
- Opportunity score
- 69/100 (Strong)
- From Pakistan (2025)
- US$0M
- From India (2025)
- US$1.33M
- Market size
- US$9.44M
- Check before you export
- Large German buyers must check social and environmental standards in their supply chains, so expect audit and documentation requests.
- Check before you export
- Pakistan's duty preferences in the EU under the GSP+ scheme depend on meeting rules of origin. Check each product.
How much matches; other than pyrotechnic articles of heading no. 3604 does Germany import?
Germany imported US$9.4M of matches; other than pyrotechnic articles of heading no. 3604 (HS 3605) in 2025, according to UN Comtrade.
Does Pakistan export matches; other than pyrotechnic articles of heading no. 3604 to Germany?
Pakistan reported no exports of matches; other than pyrotechnic articles of heading no. 3604 to Germany in 2025, so this is a new market for Pakistani suppliers.
How does Pakistan compare with India in Germany for matches; other than pyrotechnic articles of heading no. 3604?
India leads: US$1.3M against Pakistan's US$0K in 2025, a gap of US$1.3M.
How can I start exporting matches; other than pyrotechnic articles of heading no. 3604 to Germany?
Confirm your HS code, check Germany's duties and standards, and list your business on BusinessListing.pk with Germany as a target market. Our guide "How to Choose an Export Market" and the Germany Global Trade profile explain the next steps.