RDX Cyclotrimethylenetrinitramine from Japan
RDX is a powerful nitramine explosive used in military applications like plastic explosives (e.g., C-4) and shaped charges. Classified under HTS 3602.00.00 as a prepared explosive other than propellants due to its high-velocity detonation characteristics.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit end-user certificates to prove legitimate mining or demolition use; military imports require special licenses
• Classify by exact chemical name and purity to avoid reclassification as waste
• Use Type 1A1 drums certified for Division 1.1 explosives to pass inspections