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RDX (Cyclonite) Explosive Powder

RDX is a nitramine explosive widely used in plastic explosives like C-4 and military ordnance. It qualifies for HTS 3602.00.00.60 as a prepared explosive other than propellants, valued for its stability and high performance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3603Lower: 12.7% vs 20%

If when incorporated into detonators or blasting caps

Primers and detonators have dedicated subheadings in 3603.

2840.30.00Higher: 41.2% vs 20%

If imported as research chemical without explosive formulation

Borides classified by inorganic composition in Chapter 28.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) specifying Class 1.1D hazards and sensitivity data for customs review

• Use Type 5A magnesium packaging per DOT specifications to prevent static discharge