Mercurous Nitrate

Mercurous nitrate is used in pyrotechnics and analytical chemistry as a mercury(I) salt. It imports under HTS 2852.90.90.00 as other mercury compounds.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+35.0%38%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+10.0%13%
🇨🇦Canada3%+10.0%13%
🇩🇪Germany3%+10.0%13%
🇯🇵Japan3%+10.0%13%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3603Lower: 10.2% vs 38%

If in detonator compositions

Mercury fulminate derivatives classify under explosives.

2842.90.90Higher: 38.3% vs 38%

If complex with other inorganic acids

Double salts of mercury nitrates fall under heading 2842.

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Import Tips & Compliance

ATF Form 5400.13 for explosive precursors

Light-sensitive; amber glass packaging

Distinguish Hg(I) from Hg(II) for proper chemical identity

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