Section 6: Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries
Chapter 36: Chapter 36
21 tariff codes in this chapter
| HTS Code | Description | General Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 3601.00.00 | Propellant powders | 3.25% |
| 3602.00.00 | Prepared explosives, other than propellant powders | Free |
| 3603 | Safety fuses; detonating cords; percussion or detonating caps; igniters; electric detonators: | — |
| 3603.10.00 | Safety fuses | 3% |
| 3603.20.00 | Detonating cords | 3% |
| 3603.30.00 | Percussion caps | 4.2% |
| 3603.40.00 | Detonating caps | 0.2% |
| 3603.50.00 | Igniters | 0.2% |
| 3603.60.00 | Electric detonators | 0.2% |
| 3604 | Fireworks, signaling flares, rain rockets, fog signals and other pyrotechnic articles: | — |
| 3604.10 | Fireworks: | — |
| 3604.10.10 | Display or special fireworks (Class 1.3G) | 2.4% |
| 3604.10.90 | Other (including Class 1.4G) | 5.3% |
| 3604.90.00 | Other | 6.5% |
| 3605.00.00 | Matches, other than pyrotechnic articles of heading 3604 | Free |
| 3606 | Ferrocerium and other pyrophoric alloys in all forms; articles of combustible materials as specified... | — |
| 3606.10.00 | Liquid or liquefied-gas fuels in containers of a kind used for filling or refilling cigarette or sim... | Free |
| 3606.90 | Other: | — |
| 3606.90.30 | Ferrocerium and other pyrophoric alloys | 5.9% |
| 3606.90.40 | Metaldehyde | Free |
| 3606.90.80 | Other | 5% |
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Chapter 36 FAQ
What products are covered by HTS Chapter 36?▶
Chapter 36 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule covers chapter 36. It contains 21 tariff codes classifying specific products for US import duty purposes.
How many tariff codes are in Chapter 36?▶
Chapter 36 contains 21 tariff codes, of which 16 are classifiable (leaf) codes. 4 of these codes have a duty-free general rate.
What are the duty rates for Chapter 36 imports?▶
Duty rates in Chapter 36 (Chapter 36) vary by specific product classification and country of origin. General (MFN) rates apply to most countries, while preferential rates may be available under trade agreements like USMCA, GSP, or bilateral FTAs.