Overview This page contains the latest trade data of Preparations and charges for fire-extinguishers. In 2023, Preparations and charges for fire-extinguishers were the world's 3164th most traded product, with a total trade of $362M. Between 2022 and 2023 the exports of Preparations and charges for fire-extinguishers grew by 11.8%, from $323M to $362M. Trade in Preparations and charges for fire-extinguishers represent 0.0016% of total world trade.
Preparations and charges for fire-extinguishers are a part of Fire Extinguishers Preparations.
Exports In 2023 the top exporters of Preparations and charges for fire-extinguishers were United States ($100M), China ($43.7M), Italy ($30.2M), Spain ($28.5M), and Germany ($26.2M).
Imports In 2023 the top importers of Preparations and charges for fire-extinguishers were Canada ($28.2M), United Kingdom ($23.3M), France ($18.7M), Mexico ($17.2M), and Indonesia ($15.6M).
Ranking Preparations and charges for fire-extinguishers ranks 1190th in the Product Complexity Index (PCI).
Description A fire-extinguisher is designed to put out small fires by creating a chemical reaction that breaks down the pyrolysis of the combustible material. There are two main types of fire-extinguishers: the water-based extinguisher and the dry chemical extinguisher. The water-based extinguisher is used for Class A fires, which are fires involving solid materials such as wood, paper, and fabric. Dry chemical extinguishers are used for Class B fires, which are fires involving liquids and cooking oils.