HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8424.10 – Fire extinguishers; whether or not charged
HS code 8424.10 is the 6-digit subheading for fire extinguishers, whether or not charged. It is used for portable dry chemical extinguishers, CO2 fire extinguishers, water mist extinguishers, foam fire extinguishers and automatic fire suppression systems.
What HS 8424.10 covers
This HS code covers fire extinguishers, whether or not they are charged with extinguishing agents. These essential safety devices are crucial in international trade, driven by global demand for fire protection in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Importers typically include construction companies, safety equipment distributors, government agencies, and retailers. Exporters are primarily manufacturers specializing in fire suppression systems and safety apparatus. Key considerations in trade involve adherence to stringent international safety standards and certifications (e.g., UL, CE, NFPA), the type of extinguishing agent (dry chemical, CO2, water, foam), and the intended application. The market is influenced by building codes, industrial safety regulations, and public awareness campaigns, making it a consistently traded commodity vital for infrastructure and public safety worldwide.
- Covers
- Portable dry chemical extinguishers
- CO2 fire extinguishers
- Water mist extinguishers
- Foam fire extinguishers
- Automatic fire suppression systems
- Vehicle fire extinguishers
- Marine fire extinguishers
- Examples
- Kidde Pro 210
- Amerex B500
- First Alert PRO5
- Buckeye 1A10BC
- Ansul Sentry
Codes often confused with 8424.10
Common mistake. This code can be confused with parts of fire suppression systems (842490) or other safety equipment like smoke detectors (853110) if not clearly defined as a complete, self-contained extinguisher unit.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 842410, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 842410 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 9.8% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $480M 22% of world exports
- 2 United States $275M 12% of world exports
- 3 Germany $177M 8.0% of world exports
World total: $2.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $199M 9.8% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $151M 7.4% of world imports
- 3 Germany $148M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $2.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 8424.10
Brazil does not split HS 8424.10: its NCM code is 8424.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.24 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8424.10
What is HS code 842410?
HS code 842410 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Fire extinguishers; whether or not charged. This HS code covers fire extinguishers, whether or not they are charged with extinguishing agents. These essential safety devices are crucial in international trade, driven by global demand for fire protection in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Importers typically include construction companies, safety equipment distributors, government agencies, and retailers. Exporters are primarily manufacturers specializing in fire suppression systems and safety apparatus. Key considerations in trade involve adherence to stringent international safety standards and certifications (e.g., UL, CE, NFPA), the type of extinguishing agent (dry chemical, CO2, water, foam), and the intended application. The market is influenced by building codes, industrial safety regulations, and public awareness campaigns, making it a consistently traded commodity vital for infrastructure and public safety worldwide.
What products fall under HS code 842410?
Portable dry chemical extinguishers, CO2 fire extinguishers, water mist extinguishers, foam fire extinguishers, automatic fire suppression systems, vehicle fire extinguishers, marine fire extinguishers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 842410?
This code can be confused with parts of fire suppression systems (842490) or other safety equipment like smoke detectors (853110) if not clearly defined as a complete, self-contained extinguisher unit.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 842410?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 842410 in UN Comtrade data were China ($480M, 22% of world exports), the United States ($275M) and Germany ($177M). World exports came to about $2.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 842410?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 842410 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($199M, 9.8% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($151M) and Germany ($148M). World imports came to about $2.0B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 842410 structured?
HS code 842410 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (24) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 842410?
In Brazil, HS code 842410 is NCM 8424.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.