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HS Code 3813.00 : Preparations and charges for fire extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for preparations and charges for fire extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades is 3813.00. Under the 2026 Tunisia (Douane), the representative MFN general duty rate is 0% [Douane Tunisienne].

Chapter

Ch 38

Heading

3813

Subheading

3813.00

TN MFN Duty

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 38

Preparations and charges for fire extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades

Heading 3813

3813

Preparations and charges for fire extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades

Subheading .00

.00

Preparations and charges for fire extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Tunisia (Douane Tunisienne Tariff 2026)

3813.00

Representative General Duty

Verified July 2026 · Douane Tunisienne

MODULE 5: TUNISIA IMPORT DUTY & 19% VAT (TVA) BREAKDOWN

Base Customs Duty

MFN Rate [Douane Tunisienne]

Import VAT / Tax Rate

19% VAT (TVA)

Local Tax Rate

De Minimis Threshold

TND threshold

Customs Exemption Limit

Notice: Tunisia customs entry, tariff classification, MFN duty rates, and 19% VAT (TVA) are governed by Douane Tunisienne. Always verify declarable lines with Douane Tunisienne prior to import.

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

AGENCY-CONDITIONAL (PGA)

FDA Prior Notice / USDA Phytosanitary Cert

Rule-derived from verified PGA flag: Mandatory prior notice filing and health certificate.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

ACE PGA Message-Set Flags: EPA (EP1): EPA Pesticide Notice of Arrival (NOA) Form 3540-1

Official ACE program code: ACE/PGA [FDA 21 CFR 1.276].

MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)

China Section 301 Tariff Status

0% Additional Duty (Exempt)

Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status

Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)

EU CBAM Carbon Alert

Not in Scope

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

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Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
P	United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)	Free	Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules.
KR	U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)	Free	Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin.
AU	U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement	Free	Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA.
A / D	GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA)	Free	35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Preparations and charges for fire extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades

MODULE 11: Douane Tunisienne Advance Ruling System

Legally binding advance tariff rulings issued by Douane Tunisienne for HS 3813.00.

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Tunisia Declarable Tariff Schedule (3813.00)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Tunisia (Douane): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 0%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Douane Tunisienne).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

USITC HTS Chapter 38 Tariff Schedule (2026) ↗

Official U.S. 10-digit tariff lines and general duty rates for Preparations and charges for fire extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades.

CBP CROSS Ruling Database (3813.00) ↗

Binding customs classification precedents for Heading 3813.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Preparations and charges for fire extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Preparations and charges for fire extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades is classified under HS 3813.00 (Heading 3813, Chapter 38). The representative TN MFN general duty rate is 0%.

How is HS 3813.00 distinguished within Heading 3813 (Preparations and charges for fire extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades)?

Heading 3813 covers Preparations and charges for fire extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades. Subheading 3813.00 specifically isolates Preparations and charges for fire extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 3813.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 3813.00?

Related subheadings under Heading 3813 include . Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Preparations and charges for fire extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 3813.00 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Preparations and charges for fire extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades?

Commercial shipments of Preparations and charges for fire extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 3813.00?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

What import VAT or sales tax applies to HS 3813.00 in Tunisia?

Commercial imports of Preparations and charges for fire extinguishers; charged fire-extinguishing grenades under HS 3813.00 into Tunisia are subject to 19% VAT (TVA), assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.

What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in Tunisia?

The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into Tunisia is TND threshold. Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.

Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Tunisia?

Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and Douane Tunisienne Advance Ruling System for HS 3813.00 are administered by Douane Tunisienne.

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