ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher Powder from China
A mixture of monoammonium phosphate, ammonium sulfate, and silica-based flow agents used as a charge for ABC multi-class fire extinguishers. This preparation consists wholly of inorganic substances like phosphates, sulfates, and silicates, classifying it under HTS 3813.00.10.00 as a fire extinguisher charge.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify 100% inorganic composition via lab analysis to avoid reclassification to organic mixtures
• Include MSDS and safety data sheets; comply with DOT hazardous materials regulations for transport
• Check state fire marshal approvals; common pitfall is improper labeling of particle size