Mercuric Thiocyanate from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
13%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• ATF explosives permits may be needed for reactive properties; Class 4.2 spontaneous combustion declaration; avoid metal containers