Prepared explosives, other than propellent powders

HS v2017 Code: 3602

About prepared explosives, other than propellent powders

HS code 3602 covers a critical industry responsible for the production of prepared explosives, excluding propellent powders. These specialized materials play a vital role in various sectors, including mining, construction, and military applications. As a highly regulated industry, the manufacture and distribution of these explosives are subject to stringent safety protocols to ensure responsible and controlled usage.

Production process

The production of prepared explosives under HS code 3602 typically involves a multi-step process. This includes the careful selection and blending of raw materials, such as oxidizing agents, fuels, and sensitizers, to achieve the desired explosive properties. Advanced mixing and formulation techniques are employed to ensure consistent and stable explosive compositions. Rigorous quality control measures are implemented throughout the manufacturing process to maintain the highest standards of safety and performance.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of prepared explosives under HS code 3602 include various chemical compounds, such as 2844 Radioactive chemical elements and radioactive isotopes, 2845 Isotopes other than those of heading 2844, and 2851 Other inorganic compounds. Additionally, specialized machinery and equipment, as well as skilled personnel, are essential for the safe and efficient manufacture of these explosive materials.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by HS code 3602 is a range of prepared explosives, which are then consumed by various end-use sectors. These explosives may be used in 3604 Fireworks, signalling flares, rain rockets, fog signals and other pyrotechnic articles, 3605 Matches, other than pyrotechnic articles of heading 3604, and 3606 Ferro-cerium and other pyrophoric alloys in all forms; articles of combustible materials as specified in note 2 to this chapter. The responsible and regulated use of these explosives is crucial for the safe and efficient operation of industries that rely on them.

Family tree for prepared explosives, other than propellent powders

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/36'>36: Explosives; pyrotechnic products; matches; pyrophoric alloys; certain combustible preparations</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3602'>3602: Prepared explosives, other than propellent powders</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3601'>3601: Explosives; propellent powders</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3603'>3603: Safety fuses; detonating fuses; percussion or detonating caps; igniters; electric detonators</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3604'>3604: Fireworks, signalling flares, rain rockets, fog signals and other pyrotechnic articles</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3605'>3605: Matches; other than pyrotechnic articles of heading no. 3604</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3606'>3606: Ferro-cerium and other pyrophoric alloys in all forms; articles of combustible materials n.e.c. in chapter 36</a>"]

    B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/360200'>360200: Explosives, prepared; other than propellent powders</a>"]


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