Nest Protect Smoke + CO Alarm (2nd Gen)
The Nest Protect Smoke + CO Alarm is a smart, Wi-Fi connected device that detects both smoke and carbon monoxide, providing voice alerts and path lighting. It falls under tariff item 8531.10.10 as it is an automatic alarm for detecting noxious gases (CO) and smoke, with the CO detection being a primary function.
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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- CNSC
Import Control · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
May require CNSC Import Control (Radiation Devices) depending on UNDG number (2908, 2909, 2910, 2911, 2912, 2913, 2915, 2916, 2917, 2919, 2977, 2978, 2321, 2322, 2323, 2324, 2325, 2326, 2327, 2328, 2329, 2330, 2331, 2332, 2334); or UNDG number (2908, 2909, 2910, 2911, 2912, 2913, 2915, 2916, 2917, 2919, 2977, 2978, 2321, 2322, 2323, 2324, 2325, 2326, 2327, 2328, 2329, 2330, 2331, 2332, 2335), and on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Starts With 8531101010; Starts With 8531101090. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (one of Valid UNDG Codes).
- HC
Consumer Products Safety · May be required
May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Starts With 85311010; Starts With 85311010; Equal To 8531101010; Equal To 8531101090; Equal To 8531101010; Equal To 8531101090. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the CO detection function is considered secondary to smoke detection
Other alarm apparatus if the primary function is smoke detection rather than noxious gas detection.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the device complies with Canadian standards for combination smoke and CO alarms (e.g
• ULC-S531 and CSA 6.19)
• Ensure the product is properly labeled for the Canadian market
• Check if the device's wireless features affect classification
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