Mercuric Nitrate from Japan
Mercuric nitrate (Hg(NO3)2) is a colorless deliquescent salt used as a catalyst and analytical reagent. Classified in HTS 2852.10.90.00 as other chemically defined mercury compounds meeting Chapter 28/29 note criteria. Highly corrosive and light-sensitive.
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
• Use refrigerated shipping to maintain stability; include toxicity hazard class 6.1 documentation; verify no organic stabilizers present