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RV Battery Powered Smoke Detector - Safe-T-Alert 65-54180-12 from Japan

12V DC battery-powered smoke alarm designed specifically for recreational vehicles, with test/hush and low battery chirp. Classified under HTS 8531.10.00.15 as battery-powered smoke detectors functioning as fire alarms, compact for tight RV spaces. Meets RVIA standards for mobile applications.

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

• 12V DC classification same as household 9V; specify voltage in technical specs

• RV certification (RVIA) often required by distributors; include in import files

• Avoid bulk packaging misclass as parts; retail-ready units are finished goods