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Mercury for Neon Sign Electrodes from Japan

Elemental mercury dosed for neon lighting electrodes, HTS 2805.40.00.00 as pure mercury. Precise quantities (typically 10-50 mg) for vapor lamp starting and conduction. Packaged in micro-dosing ampoules.

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

Ampoule packaging eliminates bulk liquid handling requirements for small quantity imports

Include lighting industry end-use certification to comply with mercury-added product regulations