Kidde i9070 Battery-Operated Smoke Alarm from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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