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Vanadium Azide Crystals (V(N3)3)

Vanadium azide is an explosive-sensitive azide compound used sparingly in pyrotechnics and organometallic synthesis. Classified as a chemically defined azide of vanadium under HTS 2850.00.20.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China5.5%+37.5%43%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2904Lower: 16.2% vs 43%

If organic-substituted azide derivative

Organic azides classify in Chapter 29.

3603Lower: 12.7% vs 43%

If detonator or safety fuse preparation

Azide-based explosives in articles go to Chapter 36.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Require ATF import permit and UN explosive classification (1.1D); notify CBP 72 hours prior

β€’ Ship in small quantities (<100g) with shock-resistant packaging per 49 CFR

β€’ Confirm no organic components to avoid Chapter 29 reclassification