RDX (Cyclonite) Explosive Powder from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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