Potassium Bicarbonate Fire Suppression Powder from Germany
Fine powder of KHCO3 with inorganic fillers for Class B and C fire extinguishers, effective on flammable liquids and electrical fires. Wholly inorganic composition qualifies it for HTS 3813.00.10.00 as a prepared charge.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm no organic flow agents; test for purity to meet subheading requirements
• Provide fire testing certifications like UL 299; avoid fines for unproven efficacy claims
• Package in moisture-proof bags; humidity degradation is a common import issue