Technical Grade Trinitrotoluene (TNT 99%) from Germany
Technical grade TNT at 99% purity is a nitrated toluene derivative used in mining and demolition explosives. Classified under HTS 2904.20.20.00 due to its chemical structure as trinitrotoluene with only nitro groups attached to the hydrocarbon backbone. Impurities are minimal and do not change its primary classification.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure COA verifies purity above 98% to maintain Chapter 29 classification
• Declare as UN 0209 Class 1.1D explosive for proper hazmat handling
• Verify importer has valid Federal Explosives License to prevent customs holds