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Semtex Plastic Explosive

Semtex is a general-purpose plastic explosive composed of RDX, plasticizer, and binder, infamous for its malleability. Classified in HTS 3602.00.00.60 as other prepared explosives suitable for shaped charges and breaching.

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.

3604.10Lower: 17.8% vs 20%

If packaged as specific blasting article

Dynamite and similar articles have dedicated heading 3604.

2710.19Lower: 19.5% vs 20%

If plasticizer components separate from explosive

Petroleum-based binders classified in Chapter 27.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Implement dual-use export controls under ITAR for military applications

• Test for odorant detection taggants as required post-1990s regulations