Cast Booster Blasting Charges from Japan
High-density PETN/RDX cast boosters in cylindrical plastic cases used to amplify main explosive detonation in tunnel blasting. These secondary high explosives are pre-formed for insertion into blast patterns. HTS 3602.00.0030 includes such formed high explosives for blasting.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Classify as 1.1D UN number 0042; require blaster certification records; avoid air shipment restrictions for boosters