TNT Flake Form (Trinitrotoluene Crystals)
TNT in flake or crystalline form is the standard physical presentation of 2,4,6-trinitrotoluene for explosive manufacturing. HTS 2904.20.20.00 applies as it's a separate chemically defined nitrated hydrocarbon with only nitro groups. The flake form facilitates melting and pouring in production.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If detonating cord or safety fuse containing TNT
Detonating articles with embedded TNT are classified by safety fuse function in Chapter 36.
If mononitrated toluene precursor
Lesser nitrated derivatives (nitrobenzene, mononitrotoluene) fall under earlier 2904.20 subheadings.
If with fuel oil as additive for ANFO blasting mixtures
Antifreeze preparations or additive-containing explosives shift to Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use anti-static packaging to prevent accidental initiation during handling
• Provide DSC thermal analysis showing decomposition temperature >240°C
• Register facility with DOT for hazardous materials receiving capability
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2,4,6-Trinitrotoluene (TNT)
2,4,6-Trinitrotoluene, commonly known as TNT, is a yellow crystalline solid organic compound derived from toluene through nitration, containing three nitro groups. It falls under HTS 2904.20.20.00 as a nitrated derivative of hydrocarbons with only nitro groups, specifically trinitrotoluene. Primarily used as a high explosive in military and industrial applications.
Technical Grade Trinitrotoluene (TNT 99%)
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.
Molten Trinitrotoluene (Castable TNT)
Molten trinitrotoluene is heated TNT used for casting into explosive shells and munitions. It remains classified under HTS 2904.20.20.00 as the pure nitrated hydrocarbon derivative, with heating solely for transport safety per chapter notes. The molten state does not alter its chemical classification.
Purified 2,4,6-Trinitrotoluene USP Grade
USP-grade purified TNT meets pharmaceutical standards for research use in chemical synthesis studies. Despite non-explosive end use, it remains under HTS 2904.20.20.00 as the pure trinitrotoluene molecule per chapter classification rules. Impurities are below 0.1% for analytical applications.