HS code for fire extinguisher
The U.S. HS code for a fire extinguisher is usually 8424.10.00.00 (dry chemical), with no general duty and an estimated total of 12.5% from China and 12.5% from Vietnam once additional duties are added.
Estimates use tariff data as of October 22, 2026. The China and Vietnam estimates include Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%). From China, Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply, up to 37.5% in total. Classifications and duty estimates are guidance based on the published HTSUS. The importer of record is responsible for the final classification.
Codes by variant
| Variant | HTS code | General duty | Est. from China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry chemical | 8424.10.00.00 | Free | 12.5% |
- 8424.10.00.00: Fire extinguishers, whether or not charged
What decides the code
A fire extinguisher is classified as a fire extinguisher of heading 8424, whether or not charged, and dry chemical units fall under 8424.10.00.00.
- The article is a fire extinguisher, so heading 8424 covers it by name, whether or not charged.
- Dry chemical units are the variant classified under 8424.10.00.00.
- A change to a different extinguishing medium or to a non-extinguisher spray appliance would move the product to another heading.
Common mistakes
- Classifying under 8424 as a spray gun or similar appliance is wrong because the article is a fire extinguisher, which heading 8424 names separately.
- Classifying a charged extinguisher by its chemical fill instead of as a fire extinguisher is wrong because heading 8424 covers extinguishers whether or not charged.
Estimated U.S. duty by origin
- China
- 12.5% = Free general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor actionMay also apply: Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%). Up to 37.5%.
- Vietnam
- 12.5% = Free general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor action
For HTS 8424.10.00.00, as a share of customs value, before fees. Check every measure for your entry with the tariff checker.
EU code and duty
- Dry chemical
- CN 8424 10 00, 1.7%
EU Combined Nomenclature 2026, third-country (erga omnes) duty. Preferential rates and EU trade remedy duties are not included.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for a fire extinguisher?
The U.S. HTS code for a fire extinguisher is usually 8424.10.00.00 (dry chemical). The first six digits, 8424.10, are the international HS code.
What is the U.S. import duty on a fire extinguisher from China?
The U.S. general duty on HTS 8424.10.00.00 is Free. With the additional duties that apply to goods of China (Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%)), the estimated total is 12.5% of customs value. Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply depending on the exact product. From Vietnam the estimate is 12.5%. Tariff data as of October 22, 2026.
Tariff schedule pages
- 8424.10.00.00Fire extinguishers, whether or not charged
- Heading 8424Mechanical appliances (whether or not hand operated) for projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders; fire extinguishers, whether or not charged; spray guns and similar appliances; steam or sand blasting machines and similar jet projecting machines; parts thereof
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Codes checked against the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule retrieved October 22, 2026. Additional duties reviewed October 22, 2026. This is an estimate: the importer of record is responsible for classification.