Backpack Style Fire Extinguisher
> A backpack-style fire extinguisher with a 5-gallon water tank and manual pump, used for wildland firefighting. It operates by hand-pumping to project water or a water-based solution onto fires. This product falls under tariff item 8424.10.00 as a fire extinguisher, whether or not charged, since it is a mechanical appliance for projecting liquids to suppress fires.
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% |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• > Verify that the backpack material and pump meet Canadian safety standards for firefighting equipment
• Since it is manually operated, ensure it is not classified as a toy or garden sprayer
• Provide clear documentation of its firefighting purpose to customs
Related Products under Tariff item 8424.10.00
ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher
> A portable fire extinguisher charged with monoammonium phosphate powder, designed to suppress Class A, B, and C fires. It operates by mechanically projecting the dry chemical through a nozzle when activated. This product falls under tariff item 8424.10.00 as a fire extinguisher, whether or not charged, per the heading's scope.
Aerosol Mini Fire Extinguisher
> A disposable aerosol fire extinguisher in a compact 14 oz can, designed for small kitchen fires. It discharges a fire-suppressing agent through a mechanical spray mechanism when the nozzle is pressed. This product is classified under tariff item 8424.10.00 as a fire extinguisher, whether or not charged, because it is a mechanical appliance for projecting firefighting substances.
Cleanroom Compatible Fire Extinguisher
> A CO2 fire extinguisher designed for use in cleanroom environments, such as semiconductor fabs, where low residue is critical. It discharges carbon dioxide gas to displace oxygen and suppress Class B and E fires. This product is classified under tariff item 8424.10.00 as a fire extinguisher, whether or not charged, because it is a mechanical appliance for projecting gas for fire suppression.
CO2 Fire Extinguisher 5 lb
> A rechargeable CO2 fire extinguisher with a 5 lb capacity, used for Class B and E fires. It operates by releasing compressed carbon dioxide to smother flames. This product falls under tariff item 8424.10.00 as a fire extinguisher, whether or not charged, as it is a mechanical appliance for projecting gas to suppress fires.
Empty Rechargeable Fire Extinguisher
> An empty, rechargeable fire extinguisher cylinder with a valve, designed for refilling with ABC powder at service stations. It is an uncharged fire extinguisher, but the heading covers fire extinguishers whether or not charged. This product falls under tariff item 8424.10.00 as a fire extinguisher, as it is a mechanical appliance intended for fire suppression once filled.
Foam Fire Extinguisher 2.5 Gallon
> A foam fire extinguisher with a 2.5-gallon capacity, using aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) for Class A and B fires. It mechanically sprays a foam mixture through a nozzle to suppress flames. This product is classified under tariff item 8424.10.00 as a fire extinguisher, whether or not charged, because it is a mechanical appliance for projecting firefighting foam.