Mercurous Nitrate from Japan
Mercurous nitrate (Hg2(NO3)2) is a colorless toxic salt used in analytical chemistry. Falls under HTS 2852.10.90.00 as chemically defined mercury compound (Hg+ oxidation state). Light-sensitive and explosive when dry.
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
• Keep moist to prevent explosion risk; dual UN numbers (6.1+1.1D); analytical grade certification