TATP (Triacetone Triperoxide) Explosive from Germany
TATP is a high explosive organic peroxide commonly synthesized from household chemicals like acetone, hydrogen peroxide, and acid. It falls under HTS 3602.00.00.60 as a prepared explosive, other than propellant powders, due to its use in improvised explosive devices and lack of specific subheading classification.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain ATF explosives import permits and ensure all shipments comply with UN hazardous materials regulations for Class 1.1D explosives
• Provide detailed chemical composition certificates and end-use statements to avoid classification disputes or seizures