Mercurous Nitrate from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• ATF Form 5400.13 for explosive precursors
• Light-sensitive; amber glass packaging
• Distinguish Hg(I) from Hg(II) for proper chemical identity