Aluminum Life Vest CO2 Cartridge
A 33g aluminum CO2 cartridge used for auto-inflating life vests and personal flotation devices (PFDs) upon water contact. It is a small container for liquefied gas, falling under tariff item 7613.00.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cartridges are imported empty and not for gas storage.
Empty cartridges without gas would fall under general aluminum container provisions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the cartridges are classified as dangerous goods under Canadian regulations and that the importer has the required documentation for shipping compressed gas
• Ensure the cartridges are properly packaged and labeled according to TDG requirements
• Check if the cartridges require any special permits from Transport Canada or other agencies
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