Metallic Zinc Dust for Pyrotechnics from China
Fine spherical zinc dust from zinc vapor condensation, containing ≥85% metallic zinc, used in pyrotechnic compositions for sparks and effects. HTS 7903.90.60.00 covers this as other zinc dust.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain ATF or equivalent explosives precursor permits for pyrotechnic end-use
• Declare as hazardous material (Division 4.1 flammable solids) with proper placarding
• Test for absence of impurities that could trigger hazardous waste classification