HS code for smoke alarms & burglar alarms

HS code

8531.10

US HTS code

8531.10.00

US general duty

1.3%

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 21 (2026), effective 10/09/2026 · checked 2026-10-28

Burglar and fire alarms and similar apparatus, including smoke detectors, are 8531.10.

US tariff lines under 8531.10

US HTS code	Description	General duty
8531.10.00	Burglar or fire alarms and similar apparatus 4 statistical suffixes (10-digit codes) 8531.10.00.15 — Smoke detectors › Battery powered 8531.10.00.25 — Smoke detectors › Other 8531.10.00.35 — Other › Burglar alarms 8531.10.00.45 — Other › Other	1.3%

Import duty on smoke alarms & burglar alarms by country

Import into the US

1.3%

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Import into the UK

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Import into the EU

2.2%

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Extra duties may apply

The general rate applies to most countries. Imports from some countries also pay additional duties under Chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs on many Chinese goods. Check the current measures for your country of origin before you order.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the HS code for smoke alarms & burglar alarms?

The international HS code for smoke alarms & burglar alarms is 8531.10. Burglar and fire alarms and similar apparatus, including smoke detectors, are 8531.10.

Q2What is the US import duty on smoke alarms & burglar alarms?

Under HTS 8531.10.00, the US general duty rate is 1.3%. Goods from some countries pay additional duties on top of this rate.

Q3What is the 10-digit HTS code for smoke alarms & burglar alarms?

The first 8 digits set the duty; the last 2 are statistical and depend on details such as material or who the product is for. The full list of US codes under 8531.10 is in the table above.

Q4Is the HS code the same in every country?

The first 6 digits (8531.10) are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. The digits after that, and the duty rates, are set by each country.

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Classification guidance only, not a binding ruling or customs advice. The right code depends on your product’s exact material, function and construction. For certainty, request a binding ruling from U.S. Customs and Border Protection or ask a licensed customs broker.