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SITCSection 7
U.S. imports of fire extinguishers (charged or uncharged) (SITC 74561) totaled $16.4M in April 2026, traded with 40 countries.
Importers of Fire Extinguishers (Charged or Uncharged) paid $440K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 21% on $2.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPortable and wheeled fire extinguishers — whether pre-charged with suppression agent or imported empty — are classified here regardless of the extinguishing medium (dry chemical, CO₂, foam, clean agent). The 'whether or not charged' language means both ready-to-use units and bare cylinders awaiting filling share the same heading, a distinction that matters for valuation and safety compliance. Importers should be aware that charged extinguishers containing certain halon or refrigerant-based agents may require EPA review under clean-air regulations before entry.
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No — the heading explicitly covers extinguishers 'whether or not charged,' so both filled units and empty cylinders are classified identically. However, the charged/uncharged status can affect valuation, hazardous-materials shipping requirements (DOT regulations for pressurized vessels), and whether EPA review is triggered for certain suppression agents.
Extinguishers charged with ozone-depleting substances such as halon are subject to EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act. Importation of halon-charged units may require EPA allowances or exemptions. Importers should consult with a licensed customs broker and verify EPA compliance before shipping charged extinguishers containing controlled substances.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $12.5M | $1.3M | -$11.3M |
| CANADA | $1.5M | $4.3M | +$2.9M |
| CHINA | $825K | $978K | +$153K |
| SAUDI ARABIA | -- | $1.6M | +$1.6M |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $105K | $1.5M | +$1.4M |
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