HS chapter 36 tariff rates

Explosives and pyrotechnics: 13 product categories with real US schedule data.

Chapter 36 at a glance

  • Product categories with schedule data: 13
  • Tariff lines across those categories: 24
  • Most common base rates: Free on 3, 0.2% on 3, 3% on 2, 3.25% on 1, 4.2% on 1

Nearby chapters: Chapter 35 - Chapter 37

All codes in chapter 36

CodeBase rateGoods
3601003.25%Propellant powders
360200FreePrepared explosives, other than propellant powders
3603103%Safety fuses
3603203%Detonating cords
3603304.2%Percussion caps
3603400.2%Detonating caps
3603500.2%Igniters
3603600.2%Electric detonators
3604102.4%Fireworks:
3604906.5%Other
360500FreeMatches, other than pyrotechnic articles of heading 3604
360610FreeLiquid or liquefied-gas fuels in containers of a kind used for filling or refilling cigare...
3606905.9%Other:

Chapter 36 questions

What does HS chapter 36 cover?

Chapter 36 covers Explosives and pyrotechnics. This page lists the 13 six-digit product categories in it that have real lines in the US tariff schedule, each with its base rate and a link to the full detail page.

Where do these rates come from?

The base rates come from the structured US tariff schedule, read through the Tariff Wire HS lookup. Recent actions come from published Federal Register notices from the last 30 days.

Can I use this page to classify my goods?

No. These pages cover six-digit product categories. The exact 8 or 10 digit classification of your goods, and what you owe on a specific entry, is work for you and your licensed customs broker.

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General trade information, not customs brokerage or legal advice. Last updated 2026-09-28 from the structured US tariff schedule. Rates change; confirm with your broker before you act.