Explosives & Pyrotechnics — US Tariff Rates
US tariff rates for explosives, propellants, fireworks, matches, and pyrophoric alloys. HTS codes and import duties for explosive products.
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HTS Codes in Chapter 36 — Explosives & Pyrotechnics
| HTS Code | Description | Base Duty | Tariff Flags | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3601.00.00.00 | Propellant powders | 3.25% | §301 +25%§122 +15% | |
| 3602.00.00 | Prepared explosives, other than propellant powders | Free | §301 +25%§122 +15% | |
| 3603.10.00.00 | Safety fuses | 3% | §301 +25%§122 +15% | |
| 3603.20.00.00 | Detonating cords | 3% | §301 +25%§122 +15% | |
| 3603.30.00.00 | Percussion caps | 4.2% | §301 +25%§122 +15% | |
| 3603.40.00.00 | Detonating caps | 0.2% | §301 +25%§122 +15% | |
| 3603.50.00.00 | Igniters | 0.2% | §301 +25%§122 +15% | |
| 3603.60.00.00 | Electric detonators | 0.2% | §301 +25%§122 +15% | |
| 3604.10.10.00 | Display or special fireworks (Class 1.3G) | 2.4% | §301 +25%§122 +15% | |
| 3604.10.90 | Other (including Class 1.4G) | 5.3% | §301 +25%§122 +15% | |
| 3604.90.00.00 | Other | 6.5% | §301 +25%§122 +15% | |
| 3605.00.00 | Matches, other than pyrotechnic articles of heading 3604 | Free | §301 +25%§122 +15% | |
| 3606.10.00.00 | Liquid or liquefied-gas fuels in containers of a kind used for filling or refilling cigarette or similar lighters and of a capacity not exceeding 300 cm3 | Free | §301 +25%§122 +15% | |
| 3606.90.30.00 | Ferrocerium and other pyrophoric alloys | 5.9% | §301 +25%§122 +15% | |
| 3606.90.40.00 | Metaldehyde | Free | §301 +25%§122 +15% | |
| 3606.90.80.00 | Other | 5% | §301 +25%§122 +15% |
Related HTS Chapters
About HTS Chapter 36 — Explosives & Pyrotechnics
HTS Chapter 36 covers explosives & pyrotechnics under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS). The HTS is maintained by the US International Trade Commission (USITC) and updated periodically to reflect trade policy changes including executive orders, Section 232 national security tariffs, Section 301 China tariffs, and Section 122 emergency tariffs.
To import goods under Chapter 36, US importers must declare the correct 10-digit HTS code on their Customs entry. The duty rate shown is the general (MFN) rate. Special rates may apply under free trade agreements (FTAs) such as USMCA, CPTPP, or bilateral agreements. Use the FTA Checker to see if preferential rates apply to your shipment.
Anti-dumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) orders may impose additional duties on specific products and countries of origin beyond the rates shown here. Always consult with a licensed customs broker for classification decisions.