Semtex Plastic Explosive

Semtex is a general-purpose plastic explosive similar to C-4, used in mining and EOD. Falls under HTS 3602.00.00 as prepared RDX/PETN explosive other than propellant powders.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3601.00.00.00Higher: 20.75% vs 17.5%

If considered bulk propellant analog

Propellant powders exclude plastics; misclassification rare.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Odorant detection strips mandatory post-1990s treaties

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