Mercurous Nitrate from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
13%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Keep moist to prevent explosion risk; dual UN numbers (6.1+1.1D); analytical grade certification