Cotton-Core Safety Fuse
A traditional safety fuse with a cotton core impregnated with black powder, wrapped in textile layers for waterproofing. It is used to initiate blasting caps and falls under tariff item 3603.10.00 as a safety fuse.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fuse is declared as a safety fuse under 3603.10.00 and not as an explosive article
• Provide a detailed product description and safety data sheet to CBSA
• Verify any import permits required for explosive-related goods
Related Products under Tariff item 3603.10.00
Instantaneous Safety Fuse
A high-speed safety fuse burning over 100 m/s, used for rapid sequential blasting in tunnel construction. It has a reinforced gunpowder core and polymer coating, qualifying as a safety fuse under 3603.10.00.
Visco Safety Fuse
A slow-burning safety fuse with a visco powder core encased in a flexible sheath, providing reliable ignition delay in blasting. It is classified under 3603.10.00 as a safety fuse.
Waterproof Safety Fuse
A waterproof safety fuse with wax-impregnated textile layers and plastic overwrap for wet environments. It has a consistent burn rate and is used in civil engineering, qualifying as a safety fuse under 3603.10.00.