Mercury Oxide Reaction Initiator
Red mercuric oxide (HgO) prepared for use as a catalyst in laboratory-scale organic reactions and dehydrogenation processes. This inorganic mercury compound is specifically classified under HTS 3815.90.2000.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If general laboratory reagent
Mercury oxides without specific catalytic preparation go to heading 2852.
If mixed with organic substances
Mercury catalysts containing organic components classify under the 'other' organic-inclusive subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Comply with DOT hazardous material regulations for mercury compounds; use proper UN packaging
• Maintain batch certificates proving catalytic purity over 99% to avoid reagent chemical classification
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Catalytic-grade Na2MoO4·2H2O used in epoxidation reactions and as a corrosion inhibitor catalyst. This inorganic molybdenum salt falls under HTS 3815.90.2000 for reaction accelerator preparations.
Mercuric Sulfate Catalyst
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Molybdenum Trioxide Catalyst
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Mercury Chloride Catalyst
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Ammonium Molybdate Catalyst
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