Fire extinguishers; whether or not charged

HS v2022 Code: 842410

About fire extinguishers; whether or not charged

HS code 842410 covers the classification of 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 such, the production and trade of fire extinguishers have significant economic implications, contributing to the safety and security of communities globally.

Production process

The manufacturing of fire extinguishers typically involves several key steps. First, the extinguisher body, often made of steel or aluminum, is formed and treated to withstand pressure. The appropriate fire-suppressing agent, such as dry chemical powder, foam, or carbon dioxide, is then loaded into the container. Specialized valves, hoses, and nozzles are attached to allow for the controlled discharge of the agent. Finally, the extinguisher is pressurized, tested for safety, and prepared for distribution.

Production inputs

The production of fire extinguishers requires a range of inputs, including 720810 steel, 760110 aluminum, and various fire-suppressing chemicals and propellants. Specialized manufacturing equipment, such as metal-forming machinery and pressurization systems, are also essential inputs. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce capable of assembling and testing the final products to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 842410 is, of course, fire extinguishers. These devices are then consumed by a wide range of industries and end-users, including 940510 retail stores, 851440 office buildings, 930120 military and law enforcement, and 851420 transportation, among others. The fire extinguisher industry's outputs contribute to the overall safety and risk mitigation efforts of these diverse sectors.

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 version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 842410.

Family tree for fire extinguishers; whether or not charged

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/84'>84: Machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8424'>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/v2022/842410'>842410: Fire extinguishers; whether or not charged</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842420'>842420: Spray guns and similar appliances</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842430'>842430: Mechanical appliances; steam or sand blasting machines and similar jet projecting machines</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842441'>842441: Mechanical appliances; agricultural or horticultural sprayers; portable sprayers</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842449'>842449: Mechanical appliances; agricultural or horticultural sprayers; other than portable sprayers</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842482'>842482: Mechanical appliances; agricultural or horticultural, n.e.c. in heading 8424</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/842489'>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/v2022/842490'>842490: Mechanical appliances; parts of machines projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders, whether or not hand-operated</a>"]

    

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