Industrial Potassium Nitrate for Propellants
High-density potassium nitrate for black powder and propellant oxidizer production. Pure compound under HTS 2834.21.00.00, distinguished from finished explosives.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If propellant powders containing >88% nitrates
Propellant powders exceeding nitrate thresholds classify as explosives in Chapter 36.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain ITAR/EAR classification if defense-related; provide chain of custody documentation; store/ship per DOT oxidizer regulations
Related Products under HTS 2834.21.00.00
Potassium Nitrate Crystals
Pure potassium nitrate (KNO3) in crystalline form, a chemically defined inorganic salt used primarily as a fertilizer and in pyrotechnics. It falls under HTS 2834.21.00.00 as a nitrate of potassium, distinct from ammonium or other metal nitrates.
Reagent Grade Potassium Nitrate
High-purity potassium nitrate suitable for laboratory reagents and chemical analysis. Classified under HTS 2834.21.00.00 as a nitrate of potassium meeting chemically defined criteria in Chapter 28 Note 1.
Technical Grade Potassium Nitrate Powder
Powdered potassium nitrate for industrial applications like glass manufacturing and heat transfer salts. It is a potassium nitrate under HTS 2834.21.00.00, chemically defined per Chapter notes.
Potassium Nitrate Prills for Fireworks
Prilled potassium nitrate used as an oxidizer component in pyrotechnic compositions. Falls under HTS 2834.21.00.00 as pure potassium nitrate, not a prepared explosive.
Food Grade Potassium Nitrate
Purified potassium nitrate approved as E252 curing agent for preserved meats. Classified in HTS 2834.21.00.00 as chemically defined potassium nitrate, not a food preparation.
Potassium Nitrate Flakes for Glass Production
Flake-form potassium nitrate serving as flux in specialty glass manufacturing. It is a nitrate of potassium under HTS 2834.21.00.00, meeting inorganic salt definitions.