Mercurous Nitrate from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
13%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• ATF Form 5400.13 for explosive precursors
• Light-sensitive; amber glass packaging
• Distinguish Hg(I) from Hg(II) for proper chemical identity