40mm M381 High-Explosive Grenade
The 40mm M381 is a high-explosive round designed for grenade launchers like the M203, featuring a steel body with Composition B filling and impact fuze. Classified under HTS 9306.90.00.50 as 'other' munitions of war, it represents projectile ammunition beyond small arms cartridges. This subheading captures launcher-fired grenades as complete projectiles.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If designed specifically for use in military grenade launchers
Certain launcher ammunition may fall under 9303 for other military shot, shells, or cartridges if meeting specific functional criteria.
If part of a complete tank ammunition set
Ammunition tanks or carriers for munitions may classify under Chapter 87 as military vehicles or parts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare as UN0012 explosive for hazardous materials shipping; secure DDTC approval for defense trade controls
• Verify launcher compatibility in documentation to prevent reclassification as small arms ammo
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