Low-Density Ammonium Nitrate for Blasting
Low-density ammonium nitrate granules optimized for mining explosives when mixed with fuel. Meets HTS 3102.30.00.00 as it constitutes ammonium nitrate not put up in retail forms excluded by chapter notes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If calcium cyanamide treated form
Chapter note 3102(a)(vii) places treated calcium cyanamide in separate subheading.
If when imported as prepared explosive mixture
Finished explosives and articles containing ammonium nitrate classify in Chapter 36.
If animal/vegetable fertilizer mixtures including ammonium nitrate
Organic-based fertilizers fall under heading 3101 regardless of nitrogen content.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Pre-qualify carriers with hazmat endorsements; track via GPS to secure sites
• Document porosity specifications; high-density prills may reclassify as fertilizer
• Maintain 6-month inventory records for ATF audits on explosive precursors
Related Products under HTS 3102.30.00.00
Industrial Grade Ammonium Nitrate Prills
Ammonium nitrate in prill form (NH4NO3) used primarily as an intermediate in explosives manufacturing and mining operations. Classified under HTS 3102.30.00.00 as it directly matches the heading for ammonium nitrate, whether pure or not, and is not packaged for retail sale as per heading 3105 exclusions.
UAN-32 Liquid Fertilizer Solution
Urea Ammonium Nitrate (UAN) 32% nitrogen solution containing ammonium nitrate in aqueous form for agricultural application. Falls under HTS 3102.30.00.00 per chapter note 3102(d) covering liquid fertilizers of ammonium nitrate in aqueous solution, not retail-packaged.
Porous Prill Ammonium Nitrate 34.5-0-0
Technical grade porous ammonium nitrate prills (34.5% nitrogen) designed for absorption of fuel oil in explosive formulations. Classified under HTS 3102.30.00.00 as pure ammonium nitrate not in retail form, matching heading description exactly.
Aqueous Ammonium Nitrate Solution 83%
High-concentration 83% ammonium nitrate in water solution used in continuous manufacturing of fertilizers and explosives. HTS 3102.30.00.00 covers ammonium nitrate explicitly 'whether or not in aqueous solution' per heading language.
Technical Ammonium Nitrate 99.5% Purity
High-purity technical grade ammonium nitrate crystals (99.5% NH4NO3) for chemical synthesis and fertilizer production. Classified under HTS 3102.30.00.00 matching pure ammonium nitrate description in heading 3102(a)(ii).