Semtex Plastic Explosive from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Implement dual-use export controls under ITAR for military applications
• Test for odorant detection taggants as required post-1990s regulations