Fire extinguishers; whether or not charged

HS v2017 Code: 842410

About fire extinguishers; whether or not charged

hs code 842410 covers fire extinguishers, a critical piece of safety equipment found in homes, businesses, and public spaces worldwide. These devices play a vital role in fire prevention and emergency response, making them an essential component of the broader fire protection industry. As a key part of the broader 842400 Fire extinguishers, spray guns, steam or sand blasting machines and similar appliances classification, this code represents an important segment of the global import/export trade.

Production process

Fire extinguishers are typically manufactured through a multi-step process. First, the main body or shell of the extinguisher is produced, often from metal or high-strength plastic. The appropriate fire-suppressing agent, such as dry powder, foam, or carbon dioxide, is then added and the unit is pressurized. Finally, the extinguisher is outfitted with a trigger mechanism, hose, and other necessary components to allow for safe and effective use in an emergency.

Production inputs

The production of fire extinguishers requires a range of raw materials and resources. Key inputs include the metal or plastic for the shell, the fire-suppressing chemical agents, pressurized gas for propulsion, and various mechanical components like valves, triggers, and hoses. Specialized manufacturing equipment, such as metal forming machines and pressurization systems, are also essential to the production process.

Production outputs

Fire extinguishers classified under hs code 842410 are a critical output for the fire protection industry. These devices are consumed by a wide range of end-users, including 940510 Chandeliers and other electric ceiling or wall lighting fittings, 940520 Electric table, desk, bedside or floor-standing lamps, and 940530 Lighting sets of a kind used for Christmas trees, as well as commercial and industrial facilities that require comprehensive fire safety measures.

Revisions to 842410

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 842410. The most recent 1 version of this code (842410) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 842410 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions

Family tree for fire extinguishers; whether or not charged

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/84'>84: Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8424'>8424: Mechanical appliances for projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders; fire extinguishers, spray guns, steam, sand blasting machines</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842410'>842410: Fire extinguishers; whether or not charged</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842420'>842420: Spray guns and similar appliances</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842430'>842430: Mechanical appliances; steam or sand blasting machines and similar jet projecting machines</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842441'>842441: Mechanical appliances; agricultural or horticultural sprayers; portable sprayers</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842449'>842449: Mechanical appliances; agricultural or horticultural sprayers; other than portable sprayers</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842482'>842482: Mechanical appliances; agricultural or horticultural, n.e.c. in heading 8424</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842489'>842489: Mechanical appliances; for projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders, for other than agricultural or horticultural use, whether or not hand-operated</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/842490'>842490: Mechanical appliances; parts of machines projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders, whether or not hand-operated</a>"]

    

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