TNT Flake Form (Trinitrotoluene Crystals) from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• 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