Mercury Chloride Catalyst from Canada
Mercuric chloride (HgCl2) preparation used as a catalyst in vinyl chloride production and organic synthesis reactions. Classified under HTS 3815.90.2000 as a wholly inorganic mercury-based reaction initiator not covered elsewhere in the tariff.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
12.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain EPA TSCA premanufacture notice approval due to mercury toxicity regulations before import
• Declare exact mercury content on commercial invoice; quantities over thresholds trigger special handling fees