Pyrotechnic Zinc Dust
Reactive zinc dust from zinc vapor with ultra-fine spherical particles (95% under 63 μm) and 93% metallic zinc, used in pyrotechnics for flash effects and fuels. This product meets the Chapter 79 subheading note definition of zinc dust, requiring at least 80% of particles to pass through a 63 μm sieve and at least 85% metallic zinc content.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is pure zinc dust—if mixed with oxidizers or other pyrotechnic ingredients, it may be classified as a pyrotechnic article
• Provide documentation of the vapor condensation production method
• Check if the product requires an import permit under the Explosives Act
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