Kidde Fire Extinguisher Brass Valve Assembly from China

This brass valve assembly is a critical replacement part for Kidde ABC dry chemical fire extinguishers, controlling the release of extinguishing agent. It falls under HTS 8424.90.05.00 as a dedicated part designed specifically for fire extinguishers, enabling proper pressure regulation and agent dispersion.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Verify part compatibility with specific extinguisher models via manufacturer specs to ensure classification remains under fire extinguisher parts

Include detailed engineering drawings and material certifications (e.g

brass composition) in documentation to avoid reclassification as general valves