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Laboratory Grade Mercury from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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