Mercurous Nitrate from Germany
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.
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
• ATF Form 5400.13 for explosive precursors
• Light-sensitive; amber glass packaging
• Distinguish Hg(I) from Hg(II) for proper chemical identity