2,6-Dinitrotoluene from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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)