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Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher Charge for Kitchen Use from Japan

Potassium acetate/citrate-based wet chemical solution for Class K fire extinguishers, targeting cooking oil fires. Pre-packaged charge under HTS 3813.00.5000. Saponifies fats for fire extinguishment in commercial kitchens.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• NSF/ANSI 185 certification for food equipment compatibility

• Corrosivity testing (pH >9); neutralizer additives may trigger 3824 review

• Commercial kitchen end-use documentation prevents 3809 disinfectant confusion