Mercuric Thiocyanate
Mercuric thiocyanate (Hg(SCN)2) is a white, highly sensitive powder known for the 'Pharaoh's serpent' reaction and used in pyrotechnics and as a chemical reagent. As a chemically defined inorganic mercury compound, it is classified under tariff item 2852.10.00, which covers all chemically defined mercury compounds, excluding amalgams.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is an amalgam or contains precious metals
Amalgams are excluded from heading 2852 and may be classified under heading 2843.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Given the product's sensitivity and toxicity, ensure it is shipped and stored in compliance with Canada's explosives and dangerous goods regulations
• Provide a detailed safety data sheet (SDS) to CBSA if requested
• Check whether the product is subject to restrictions under Canada's import control list for toxic substances
Related Products under Tariff item 2852.10.00
Dimethylmercury
Dimethylmercury ((CH3)2Hg) is an extremely toxic volatile organomercury compound used in research. It is a chemically defined organic compound of mercury, meeting the criteria of Chapter 28 Note 1(a) and Chapter 28 Note 2. This product is classified under tariff item 2852.10.00 as a chemically defined mercury compound.
Ethylmercury Chloride
Ethylmercury chloride (C2H5HgCl) is an organomercury compound used in organic synthesis research. It is a chemically defined organic compound of mercury, meeting the criteria of Chapter 28 Note 1(a). This product falls under tariff item 2852.10.00 as a chemically defined mercury compound.
Mercuric Acetate
Mercuric acetate (Hg(CH3COO)2) is a white crystalline organomercury compound used in organic synthesis. Though organic, it qualifies as a chemically defined mercury compound under Chapter 28 Note 2, which includes organic products in heading 28.52. This product falls under tariff item 2852.10.00.
Mercuric Bromide
Mercuric bromide (HgBr2) is a white crystalline compound used in photography and medicine. It is a chemically defined inorganic compound of mercury, meeting the criteria of Chapter 28 Note 1(a). This product is classified under tariff item 2852.10.00.
Mercuric Chloride
Mercuric chloride (HgCl2), also known as corrosive sublimate, is a white crystalline inorganic compound of mercury used in laboratory reagents and as a fungicide. It is a chemically defined compound, meeting the criteria of Chapter 28 Note 1(a). This product is classified under tariff item 2852.10.00.
Mercuric Cyanide
Mercuric cyanide (Hg(CN)2) is a highly toxic white powder used in gold mining and electroplating. It is a chemically defined mercury compound, meeting the criteria of Chapter 28 Note 1(a). This product falls under tariff item 2852.10.00, distinct from inorganic base cyanides.