Industrial Mercury Metal
Technical grade mercury for electrolytic cells and gold extraction processes. This product has lower purity than laboratory grades but is suitable for large-scale industrial applications. It is classified under tariff item 2805.40.00 as elemental mercury.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the mercury contains additives or impurities that alter its chemical nature
Mercury with significant additives may be classified under heading 28.43 for compounds of precious metals.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the mercury is not mixed with other elements or compounds, as this could change classification
• Be aware of Canadian restrictions on mercury use in certain industrial processes and obtain necessary permits
• Provide detailed specifications to CBSA to avoid delays
Related Products under Tariff item 2805.40.00
Dental Mercury
Pharmaceutical-grade elemental mercury packaged for dental amalgam production. This product meets USP standards for medical applications with controlled impurity levels, making it suitable for use in dental practices. It falls under tariff item 2805.40.00 as mercury in its elemental form.
Elemental Mercury
Pure elemental mercury (Hg), a dense liquid metal at room temperature, used in scientific instruments, dental amalgams, and other applications. This product is classified under tariff item 2805.40.00 as mercury in its elemental form, regardless of its intended use.
High Purity Mercury for Barometers
99.99% pure mercury specifically purified for meteorological barometer filling. This high-purity elemental mercury has a low vapor pressure formulation to reduce health risks during instrument assembly. It falls under tariff item 2805.40.00 as elemental mercury.
Laboratory Grade Mercury
ACS reagent grade mercury for analytical chemistry and laboratory thermometers. This product is supplied with lot-specific certificates of analysis guaranteeing trace metal purity. It falls under tariff item 2805.40.00 as elemental mercury.
Mercury Calibration Standard
NIST-traceable mercury calibration standard solution or metal (10,000 ppm Hg) for analytical instrument calibration. This product is matrix-matched for AAS, ICP-MS analysis with ±0.5% accuracy certification. The elemental mercury component falls under tariff item 2805.40.00.
Mercury for Neon Sign Electrodes
Elemental mercury dosed for neon lighting electrodes, typically in precise quantities of 10-50 mg for vapor lamp starting and conduction. This product is packaged in micro-dosing ampoules and falls under tariff item 2805.40.00 as pure mercury.