PETN Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate from China
PETN is a sensitive high explosive used in detonating cords, blasting caps, and demolition charges. It is classified under HTS 3602.00.00 as a prepared explosive, excluding propellant powders, based on its brisance and shock sensitivity.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Declare exact assay percentage; impurities may shift classification to Chapter 29 chemicals
• Comply with ISHM regulations for high explosives; retail sales prohibited without federal license
• Avoid wooden packaging; use non-sparking metal containers to meet safety standards