Many stores have policies against carrying the matches, and they are classified as "Dangerous Goods" on both passenger aircraft and cargo-only aircraft flight ("U.N. 1331, Matches, strike-anywhere"). The chemicals used in the matches are known to be utilized in both methamphetamine production, and bomb making.
With the known applications of, and the policies against these fire-starters, many question their legality. “Questions about Strike-Anywhere Matches have actually spurred debates online, and a wave of confusion in blogs, answer sites, and retail stores including my own” says Mike Fisher, General Manager of Disaster Relief Supply. According to the manufacturer of Diamond Strike Anywhere Matches, the confusion is unwarranted. A quote taken from UnluckyHunter.com, a hunting-based blog, clarifies the issue with an email response from a “Jared Home Brands” representative.
"We are unaware of any state laws prohibiting the use of strike anywhere style matches at this time."
Sincerely,
Jarden Home Brands
http://www.diamondbrands.com/