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Fire Extinguisher Pressurized Nitrogen Charge

Pre-charged cylinders of pure N2 gas for propelling dry chemical agents in extinguishers. Wholly inorganic elemental gas preparation under HTS 3813.00.10.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2804.30.00.00Lower: 28.7% vs 37.5%

If bulk nitrogen gas not pre-charged for extinguishers

Unprepared gases use Chapter 28 chemical elements heading

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Import Tips & Compliance

• DOT cylinder certification and pressure test records required

• Purity >99.5% N2; air mixtures reclassify as compressed air

• Valve compatibility specs prevent field failures