Mercuric Chloride (Corrosive Sublimate) from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

13%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

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

Mercuric Chloride (Corrosive Sublimate) from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2852.90.90.00