TATP (Triacetone Triperoxide) Explosive from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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