No. 8 Blasting Cap from China

A standard detonating cap used in mining and quarrying operations to initiate the detonation of high explosives like dynamite. It consists of a small metal shell containing a primary explosive charge sensitive to shock or percussion. Classified under HTS 3603.40.00.00 as a detonating cap designed for blasting purposes.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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

Obtain ATF permits for importing explosive devices and ensure UN-approved packaging; verify end-user certificates to prevent diversion; inspect for proper shock-resistant shipping containers to avoid accidental initiation