Explosives; propellent powders
6-digit subheadings (1)
Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.
3601.00
Explosives; propellent powders
Chapter 36 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 in this chapter
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.
Classification certainty
The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.
Binding tariff ruling databaseOther headings in Chapter 36
- 3602 — Prepared explosives, other than propellent powders
- 3603 — Safety fuses; detonating cords; percussion or detonating caps; igniter…
- 3604 — Fireworks, signalling flares, rain rockets, fog signals and other pyro…
- 3605 — Matches; other than pyrotechnic articles of heading no. 3604
- 3606 — Ferro-cerium and other pyrophoric alloys in all forms; articles of com…