Magnesium Iodide Powder from Japan
Magnesium iodide powder is utilized in Grignard reagent synthesis and as a pharmaceutical intermediate for magnesium supplementation. It is an 'other' iodide under HTS 2827.60.51.00, a simple inorganic salt of magnesium. The compound appears white to yellowish and is highly reactive with water.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
4.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Ship under inert atmosphere packaging to prevent hydrolysis
• Classify as UN3077 environmentally hazardous if dust poses risks
• Verify not alloyed or doped for electronics to avoid Chapter 38 or exclusions