Mercuric Cyanide Reagent
Mercuric cyanide (Hg(CN)2) is a reagent-grade chemical used in analytical chemistry for various titration and detection methods. It is a simple cyanide of an inorganic base, mercury, and is chemically defined per Chapter 28 Note 1. It is not a complex cyanide, so it falls under tariff item 2837.19.00.
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 product is a complex cyanide containing mercury
Complex cyanides are classified under subheading 2837.20.
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
• Mercury compounds are heavily regulated in Canada; check with Environment and Climate Change Canada for import restrictions
• Ensure the product is for laboratory use only and not for consumer sale
• Provide an SDS and declare the exact quantity to CBSA for hazardous goods clearance
Related Products under Tariff item 2837.19.00
Barium Cyanide Powder
Barium cyanide (Ba(CN)2) is a fine white powder used in specialty chemical manufacturing, including the production of other barium compounds and as a reagent in organic synthesis. It is a simple cyanide of an inorganic base, barium, and meets the chemical definition criteria of Chapter 28 Note 1. It is not a complex cyanide, so it falls under tariff item 2837.19.00 for other cyanides.
Cadmium Cyanide Fine Powder
Cadmium cyanide (Cd(CN)2) is a fine powder used in cadmium electroplating to produce corrosion-resistant coatings on metals. It is a simple cyanide of an inorganic base, cadmium, and is chemically defined as per Chapter 28 Note 1. It is not a complex cyanide, so it is classified under tariff item 2837.19.00 for other cyanides.
Calcium Cyanide Granules
Calcium cyanide (Ca(CN)2) is supplied as granules for use in water treatment and as a fumigant in agriculture. It is a simple cyanide of an inorganic base, calcium, and is chemically defined under Chapter 28 Note 1. It is not a complex cyanide, so it falls under tariff item 2837.19.00 for other cyanides.
Cobalt Cyanide Granular
Cobalt cyanide (Co(CN)2) is a granular inorganic compound used as a catalyst precursor in various chemical reactions, including hydroformylation. It is a simple cyanide of an inorganic base, cobalt, and meets the chemical definition criteria of Chapter 28 Note 1. It is not a complex cyanide, so it is classified under tariff item 2837.19.00.
Cuprous Cyanide Powder
Cuprous cyanide (CuCN) is a white to cream powder used primarily in copper electroplating baths and as a catalyst in organic synthesis. It is a simple cyanide of an inorganic base, copper(I), and is chemically defined per Chapter 28 Note 1. It is not a complex cyanide, so it falls under tariff item 2837.19.00 for other cyanides.
Industrial Potassium Cyanide Briquettes
Industrial potassium cyanide briquettes are compressed forms of KCN designed for safe handling in mining operations, particularly for gold extraction. They are a simple cyanide of an inorganic base, potassium, and are chemically defined under Chapter 28 Note 1. The briquette form does not affect classification, so they fall under tariff item 2837.19.00.