Quicksilver Mercury Flasks from Canada
Traditional 75 lb iron flasks containing 99.9% pure quicksilver (mercury), HTS 2805.40.00.00 for elemental mercury. Standard packaging for mining and industrial distribution worldwide. Each flask stamped with purity and weight markings.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
11.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Flasks must bear UN certification markings and be painted red per international transport standards
• Gross/net weight declarations must match exactly (±0.5%) to avoid customs valuation disputes
• Register with US mercury inventory tracking systems if annual imports exceed reporting thresholds