Mercuric Thiocyanate from Japan
Mercuric thiocyanate (Hg(SCN)2) produces the dramatic Pharaoh's serpent reaction and is used in pyrotechnics. Falls under HTS 2852.10.90.00 as other chemically defined mercury compounds. White powder highly sensitive to friction.
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
• ATF explosives permits may be needed for reactive properties; Class 4.2 spontaneous combustion declaration; avoid metal containers