Laboratory Grade Mercury from Germany
ACS reagent grade mercury for analytical chemistry and laboratory thermometers, under HTS 2805.40.00.00 as elemental mercury. Supplied with lot-specific certificates of analysis guaranteeing trace metal purity. Essential for barometers and manometers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include end-user statements from accredited labs/universities to demonstrate legitimate research purposes
• Batch documentation must specify density (13.534 g/cm³) and surface tension values for quality verification
• Avoid generic 'chemical' declarations; specify 'mercury, elemental' to prevent hold at customs