The U.S. Army has approved BAE system new explosive IMX-101 to replace the TNT which is been used in the Artillery. IMX-101 explosive is much more stable than the conventional TNT, making it much safer for the troops to transport and handle. TNT behaves violently if subjected to any accidental stimulus, such as fire. Whereas the new generation of explosive is designed to sustain chemical stability when subjected to mechanical shocks and fire.

"IMX-101 explosive has the potential to revolutionize military ordnance," said Jerry Hammonds, vice president and general manager of ordnance solutions for BAE Systems. "This transformation will help save lives on and off the battlefield."

The Army has initially slated the explosive formulation as a TNT replacement in the new IM M795 155-millimeter artillery munition. It also has deemed IMX-101 a suitable replacement for any large-caliber munitions requiring the energetic performance equivalent to TNT. BAE systems developed IMX-101 in partnership with the Army at the Holston Army Ammunition plant in Kingsport, Tennessee.