Mercuric Chloride (Corrosive Sublimate) from Germany
Mercuric chloride, also known as corrosive sublimate, is an inorganic mercury compound used historically as a disinfectant and in laboratory applications. It falls under HTS 2852.90.90.00 as a chemically defined inorganic compound of mercury, distinct from amalgams, per Chapter 28 notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Classify as hazardous material (UN 2025); provide proper SDS and EPA TSCA notifications
• Verify purity to confirm 'chemically defined' status per subheading note to avoid misclassification
• Obtain end-user certificates due to mercury toxicity restrictions under environmental laws