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Sodium Bicarbonate BC Dry Powder Charge

Prepared charge of NaHCO3 with inorganic extenders for BC-rated fire extinguishers targeting flammable liquids and energized equipment. Entirely inorganic, fitting HTS 3813.00.10.00 criteria.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2836.30.00.00Same rate: 35%

If for food or pharmaceutical use, not fire-rated

Sodium carbonate salts classify under 2836 when not prepared for fire use

8424.10.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If pre-charged into complete extinguisher units

Assembled fire extinguishers move to machinery chapter 8424

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document baking soda purity standards; impurities lead to CBP reclassification

Include particle size distribution specs for extinguisher compatibility

Label as 'fire extinguishing charge only'; mislabeling as general chemical causes delays