Biometric Fire Safe
A fire-rated armored safe with a fingerprint biometric lock for documents and media. Its base metal construction and armored design place it under tariff item 8303.00.00 as an armored safe of base metal.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the safe is sold without its locking mechanism
Padlocks and locks of base metal are classified under heading 83.01, not as safes.
If the safe is primarily a piece of furniture with minimal security features
Furniture of base metal is classified in Chapter 94, but this would not apply to a true armored safe.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the safe's fire rating (e.g
• UL 72) and ensure the biometric lock complies with Canadian privacy regulations if it stores personal data
• Keep the product manual and technical specifications available for CBSA inspection to confirm classification
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