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
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
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