Mercury Barometer from Canada
A traditional mercury barometer uses a glass tube filled with mercury to measure atmospheric pressure by the height of the mercury column. Classified under HTS 9025.80.1500 as a non-combined barometer, it's used in laboratories and educational settings despite modern safety concerns.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
11%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Comply with hazardous materials regulations for mercury transport and include MSDS sheets
• Confirm no additional sensors are integrated to maintain standalone barometer status
• Educational or lab use may qualify for duty exemptions; prepare end-use certificates