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Fire Extinguisher

4 questions. One clear answer — correct type, correct size, ISI certification to look for, and verified products on Amazon India.

Step 1 of 4
Step 1 of 4 — Location
Where will this extinguisher be kept?
The fire type and correct agent depend on location.
Step 2 of 4 — Fire risk
What is the most likely fire risk here?
Choose the most probable cause — not every possible one.
Step 3 of 4 — City
Which best describes where you live?
Affects which brands have refill and service support near you.
Step 4 of 4 — Budget
What is your budget per extinguisher?
ISI-certified units start from ~₹700. Anything cheaper should be treated with suspicion.

How to choose the right fire extinguisher in India

The most common mistake Indian households make is buying a single ABC dry powder extinguisher and placing it in the kitchen. This is wrong for two reasons: ABC powder must never be used on cooking oil fires (Class F), and the kitchen is where the risk is highest. A fire blanket is the correct primary kitchen fire tool.

The correct extinguisher type depends entirely on the fire class: Class A (wood, paper, fabric) — water or ABC powder. Class B (flammable liquids, petrol) — ABC powder or CO₂. Class C (gas fires) — ABC powder. Class E/Electrical — CO₂ only (never water). Class F (cooking oil) — fire blanket only (never ABC powder).

All fire extinguishers sold in India must be certified to IS 15683:2018 (Amendment 1, 2025). Verify any purchase using the BIS CARE app — enter the CM/L licence number printed on the label. Verified brands include Ceasefire (CM/L-8886112) and Kanex (CM/L-3802567).

Annual inspection per IS 2190:2024 is mandatory. A 2 kg ABC unit costs ₹300–500 to refill. Replace the unit if the pressure gauge needle falls below the green zone.