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2852.10.90.00/Mercuric Cyanide/Japan

Mercuric Cyanide from Japan

Mercuric cyanide (Hg(CN)2) is a highly toxic white powder used in gold mining and electroplating. It is classified under HTS 2852.10.90.00 as a chemically defined mercury compound, distinct from inorganic base cyanides in 2837. Extreme poison requiring special handling.

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%
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Import Tips

• Special cyanide import permits from EPA/ATF required; triple packaging for transport; immediate spill response plans mandatory