2,6-Dinitrotoluene

2,6-Dinitrotoluene contains two nitro groups ortho to methyl on toluene, classified under HTS 2904.20.4500 as aromatic polynitro derivative. Precursor for explosives and dyes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2904.20.30.00Same rate: 40.5%

If mixed dinitrotoluene isomers

Technical DNT (60/40 mix) uses specific mixture subheading.

3602.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 40.5%

If trinitrated TNT product

Further nitrated explosives classify in Chapter 36.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain ATF explosives import license and end-user certificate

Declare as 'Dinitrotoluene, solid' (UN 2038) with impact sensitivity data

Store below 50°C to prevent melting (mp 71°C)

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