HMX Cyclotetramethylenetetranitramine from Mexico
HMX, more powerful than RDX, is used in high-performance military explosives and rocket warheads. HTS 3602.00.00 covers it as a prepared explosive due to its nitramine structure and detonative nature, separate from slower-burning propellants.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Restricted for export; verify ITAR/EAR status before import declaration
• Provide stability test data to confirm it's not unstable waste material
• Ship in small quantities under 1.1D classification to reduce carrier restrictions