Kidde i9070 Battery-Operated Smoke Alarm

This battery-operated photoelectric smoke detector uses a light-scattering sensor to detect smoldering fires early, featuring a test button and 85-decibel alarm. It classifies under HTS 8531.10.00.25 as 'other' smoke detectors for burglar or fire alarms, excluding ionization types or those in heading 8512/8530. Designed for residential installation with hush feature for nuisance alarms.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.3%+35.0%36.3%
🇲🇽Mexico1.3%+10.0%11.3%
🇨🇦Canada1.3%+10.0%11.3%
🇩🇪Germany1.3%+10.0%11.3%
🇯🇵Japan1.3%+10.0%11.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8531.10.00Same rate: 36.3%

If using ionization detection technology

Ionization smoke detectors have dedicated subheading 8531.10.0020 due to radioactive material handling requirements.

8537.10.91Higher: 52.7% vs 36.3%

If sold as boards for industrial control panels

Unfinished circuit boards for signaling apparatus classify under heading 8537 as control panels, not complete alarms.

8531.80Lower: 10% vs 36.3%

If configured as visual indicator panels without dedicated smoke sensor

General visual signaling panels fall under 8531.80, excluding specific burglar/fire alarm apparatus.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify UL 217 certification and include test reports in documentation to meet US safety standards

Label battery type and sensor technology clearly to avoid misclassification as ionization detectors

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