Visco Safety Fuse from Canada
A slow-burning safety fuse made from visco powder encased in a flexible textile or plastic sheath, designed for reliable ignition delay in blasting operations. It falls under HTS 3603.10.00.00 as a safety fuse used to initiate detonators in mining and construction explosives. The fuse burns at a consistent rate, typically 1 foot per 30-40 seconds, ensuring safe standoff distances.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain ATF explosives import permits and ensure end-user certificates for licensed blasters
• Declare exact burn rate and composition; mislabeling as consumer fireworks leads to seizures
• Verify packaging meets UN 0105 standards for transport; bulk shipments require hazmat labeling