Explosives; pyrotechnic products; matches; pyrophoric alloys; combustible preparations
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Explosives; pyrotechnic products; matches; pyrophoric alloys; combustible preparations
Common items in this chapter
- —Propellant powders (3601)
- —Prepared explosives (3602)
- —Safety fuses, detonators (3603)
- —Fireworks, signal flares (3604)
- —Matches (3605)
- —Ferro-cerium, other pyrophoric alloys (3606)
Classification notes
IATA Dangerous Goods Class 1 substances are largely in this chapter. Civilian import is prohibited or heavily licensed in most destinations. Sporting ammunition primers, military explosives, and industrial blasting agents are all concentrated here.
Frequent misclassification
Ammunition (cartridges, shells): Chapter 93 (9306), not 36. Automotive airbag propellants: Chapter 87 (vehicle parts). Pyrotechnic distress flares for marine use: may qualify for exemption as safety equipment.
Binding tariff ruling database
If you need certainty on classification, request a binding tariff ruling from your destination country's customs authority. The link below leads to the relevant ruling database.
Binding tariff ruling database