Poland to supply U.S. with 18,000 tonnes of TNT worth $300m

Poland has secured a significant contract to supply the United States with 18,000 tonnes of TNT, worth 1.2 billion zlotys (approximately $309 million), over the next three years.

The announcement was made on Wednesday by Deputy Defence Minister Cezary Tomczyk, who hailed the deal as a major achievement for the country.

“TNT stands for trinitrotoluene, a yellow, odourless solid explosive compound widely used in military shells, bombs, grenades, as well as in industrial and underwater blasting,” Tomczyk explained, emphasizing the importance of the material. “Nitro-Chem, Polish explosives maker, is an enterprise that we can be proud of.”

The contract, which is expected to be signed on Wednesday, underscores Poland’s growing role as a key supplier of military-grade explosives, particularly within NATO.

Tomczyk also noted that Poland is the largest producer of TNT in the NATO alliance, further cementing its strategic importance.

“Until now, we have met with U.S. representatives when purchasing weapons and military equipment.

Today, we share our capabilities and sell our products to the U.S.,” Tomczyk said, highlighting Poland’s increasing influence in the global defense market.

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Despite the recent introduction of tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump, Tomczyk expressed confidence that the deal would not be hindered.

Trump’s executive order, signed on April 2, introduced reciprocal tariffs on imports from other countries, including the EU, with rates ranging from 10 to 20 percent. However, Tomczyk assured that Poland would be able to navigate these tariffs.

“Even various kinds of tariffs will not be an obstacle for us.

We will cope with this,” Tomczyk added.

The Polish contract to supply TNT to the U.S. is expected to help strengthen military ties between the two countries and boost Poland’s defense industry in the process.