Silver Nitrate Crystals from China
Pure silver nitrate (AgNO3) in crystalline form, a white, odorless solid used primarily in analytical chemistry for silver ion testing and as a precursor in photography. It falls under HTS 2843.21.00.00 as a chemically defined inorganic compound of silver, the precious metal. Highly soluble in water, it must be stored away from light to prevent decomposition.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify purity certificate (typically 99.9%+ AgNO3) to confirm classification; ensure light-proof packaging to prevent decomposition during transit; declare as hazardous material (UN1493) with proper MSDS