UCO Waterproof Matches – 160 Water-Resistant Matches for Camping, Boating & Emergency Kits
Repel water and light with confidence—even in damp, wet, or unpredictable conditions. The UCO Waterproof Matches are designed to perform when the elements don’t cooperate. With a durable waterproof coating and sturdy carbonized matchsticks, these matches offer reliable fire-starting power for campers, boaters, and anyone building an emergency preparedness kit.
Each pack contains 4 boxes of 40 matches (160 total), giving you dependable ignition for lighting campfires, stoves, lanterns, or candles after a rainstorm or when the air is thick with humidity. The water-resistant striker and box construction help keep things ready, no matter where you stash them—a backpack, glove box, tackle kit, or storm supply bin.
These are everyday-ready matches built for real-world scenarios—whether you're grilling on the boat, stuck in a rainstorm, or just want backup fire-starting peace of mind.
Key Features
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Waterproof safety matches light even after being soaked in water
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Carbonized matchsticks for safer, longer-lasting ignition
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Water-resistant box and striker design
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4 boxes per pack, 40 matches per box – 160 total matches
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Ideal for:
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Camping, hiking, and backpacking
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Boating, fishing, and coastal travel
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Emergency kits for storms, blackouts, or flooding
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Refill packs for survival fire starter kits or match cases
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Specs
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Match Count: 160 matches (4 boxes x 40)
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Match Length: Approx. 2.125 in (5.4 cm)
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Burn Time: ~5–7 seconds per match
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Weight: 1.5 oz (42 g)
Why You Need It
Whether you're navigating rough seas, prepping for storms, or keeping your fire-starting kit stocked, the UCO Waterproof Matches provide simple, reliable peace of mind. They're compact, lightweight, and ready to help you warm up, cook, or stay safe—even when the skies open up.
USING MATCHES
CAUTION: For outdoor use by adults only. Carefully monitor lit matches until completely burned. Store extra strikers in protective sleeves after use to keep dry. Store matches separately from strikers to prevent accidental ignition.
PERFORMANCE TIPS:
- For lighting a match, it is ideal if the striker is a firm surface which can usually be achieved by just closing the box.
- If striker and box become wet, the striker will still work, but needs to dry first so that the surface is once again firm. Use a spare striker until then.
- If matches become wet, just wipe dry before use.
SAFETY TIPS:
- Strike away from the body or in a downwards position. Be careful of bystanders.
- Be careful when striking the match since sparks can fly off the igniting head.
- After using the match, run it in water to be certain that it will not light anything else on fire.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including carbon monoxide, soot and other combustion by-products, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to http://www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT MATCH FOR ANY ACTIVITY
Our matches are built for reliability in any outdoor condition, from rain and wind to extreme storms. With options like waterproof, long-burn, and stormproof designs, they ensure you can start a fire no matter the environment. Explore our complete collection of matches and fire-starting tools below.
Customer Reviews
Based on 3 reviews
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After several days of canoeing, camping, and fishing in the Boundary Waters. I found that you should have these UCO waterproof matches with you. The weather is unpredictable and you need to be prepared for any situation in the wilderness. With these matches and a homemade fire-starter, dinner was served, coffee was hot, and dishes were washed in hot water. Thanks UCO!
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These matches come in a very good wax-coated carrying box that does not collapse as other boxes might. Upon striking the match head comes to life in a smokey slow-burning kind of way, but when fully lighted they burn very well, and last as long as advertised.
R
Lights just fine, but cannot burn through the coating applied to the shaft of the match, meaning that the claimed burn time is literally unachievable. In a pinch, they *may* be able to set something alight, but youd be far better off buying the storm proof matches. I purchased these through a big-box retailer. For the price im not too bummed, but still, fire is the one thing man is supposed to have mastered!
Customer Reviews
Based on 3 reviews
67%
(2)
0%
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33%
(1)
D
After several days of canoeing, camping, and fishing in the Boundary Waters. I found that you should have these UCO waterproof matches with you. The weather is unpredictable and you need to be prepared for any situation in the wilderness. With these matches and a homemade fire-starter, dinner was served, coffee was hot, and dishes were washed in hot water. Thanks UCO!
P
These matches come in a very good wax-coated carrying box that does not collapse as other boxes might. Upon striking the match head comes to life in a smokey slow-burning kind of way, but when fully lighted they burn very well, and last as long as advertised.
R
Lights just fine, but cannot burn through the coating applied to the shaft of the match, meaning that the claimed burn time is literally unachievable. In a pinch, they *may* be able to set something alight, but youd be far better off buying the storm proof matches. I purchased these through a big-box retailer. For the price im not too bummed, but still, fire is the one thing man is supposed to have mastered!
