Kidde i9070 Battery-Operated Smoke Alarm from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
11.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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