Purple K Potassium Bicarbonate Fire Extinguisher Powder from Canada
High-performance dry chemical powder (KHCO3-based) for Class B/C fire extinguishers, known for superior metal fire suppression. Classifies in HTS 3813.00.5000 as specialized fire extinguisher preparation. Popular in aviation and industrial settings.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• FAA approval required for aircraft use; provide TSO documentation for aviation imports
• Test for moisture content (<0.1%) to prevent caking; include sieve analysis certificates
• Avoid 2836 classification by proving suppressant formulation exceeds plain chemical salts