Powdered Dynamite Sticks from Japan
Guar-gum sensitized ammonium nitrate prills in paper cartridges known as 'powdered dynamite' for construction blasting. Lower velocity than gelatin dynamite but cost-effective for general rock breaking. HTS 3602.00.0030 covers all such high explosives put up 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
• Document 94% AN / 6% fuel oil ratio; use anti-static cartridge paper; specify VOD (velocity of detonation) range 3500-4500 m/s