Full-Face SCBA Respirator from Germany
A self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full-face mask providing clean air from a compressed air cylinder for firefighters and hazmat responders. Classified under HTS 9020.00.60.00 as a breathing appliance with mechanical parts (regulator) and replaceable filters, excluding simple protective masks. Essential for oxygen-deficient or toxic environments.
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
• Certify compliance with NIOSH 42 CFR Part 84 standards; provide test reports and labeling documentation at entry
• Include detailed component lists (cylinders, regulators) to avoid misclassification as parts under 9020.00
• Verify pressure vessel certifications (DOT for cylinders) to prevent customs holds on safety grounds