HS Code 3602
Prepared High Explosives
HS code 3602 covers prepared explosives like dynamite and TNT used in industrial mining and demolition, excluding propellent powders and detonators.
4-digit Section VIFCL Hazmat 1.1
HS Code 3602 — Prepared High Explosives
This code covers explosive mixtures formulated for detonation, such as dynamite, TNT, and ammonium nitrate-fuel oil (ANFO) mixtures. These materials are primarily used in mining, demolition, and construction for their high-shattering effect.
What's included
- Dynamite
- TNT (Trinitrotoluene)
- ANFO explosives
- Water gel or slurry explosives
- Plastic explosives
What's excluded
- Pure chemical compounds like pure TNT → use
2904(Pure chemically defined compounds are in Chapter 29; 3602 covers mixtures.) - Percussion caps → use
3603(Initiators and detonators have their own separate heading.)
Common examples
- Industrial stick dynamite
- ANFO blasting agent in bags
- C4 plastic explosive
- Seismic explosive charges
Frequently asked questions
Can pure chemicals be in 3602?
Generally no; this heading is for prepared mixtures. Pure explosive chemicals usually reside in Chapter 28 or 29.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 6.5%
- Documentation: Subject to rigorous security inspections and IMO Class 1 shipping requirements.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: South Africa, United States, Spain
- Top importers: Australia, Chile, Peru
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Key takeaway
Highly regulated industrial blasting agents requiring extensive security clearances.
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