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U.S. imports of silver nitrate (HS 284321) totaled $66K in June 2026, traded with 9 countries.
Importers of Silver Nitrate paid $9K in duties in June 2026 — an effective duty rate of 14% on $66K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Silver Nitrate imports of $66K in June 2026 ran 23% below the year-to-date monthly average of $85K.
Silver nitrate (AgNO₃) is a high-purity inorganic silver salt with broad end-use demand in photographic chemicals, antimicrobial wound care products, electronics plating, and laboratory reagents. Classified under a single 10-digit line (2843210000), it is one of the most widely traded silver compounds in global chemical commerce. The United Kingdom and Poland are the leading US import sources, with China also supplying meaningful volumes — and Chinese-origin goods may be subject to Section 301 tariffs. Purity grade and packaging specifications are key commercial variables that importers should document carefully to support classification and pricing.
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Silver nitrate is an industrial chemical and does not trigger mandatory FSIS or APHIS admissibility review. However, depending on concentration and intended use, it may be subject to EPA or TSCA reporting requirements, particularly if imported for pesticidal or antimicrobial applications. Importers should confirm applicable regulatory obligations with a licensed customs broker.
All silver nitrate imports enter under 2843210000 regardless of purity grade, so classification itself does not change. However, reagent-grade (ACS or USP) material commands a significant price premium over technical-grade product, and buyers typically require certificates of analysis specifying assay, heavy metal content, and moisture levels. Misrepresenting grade can create liability under customs valuation rules.
Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGAPORE | -- | $4.2M | +$4.2M |
| CANADA | -- | $435K | +$435K |
| MEXICO | -- | $197K | +$197K |
| ARGENTINA | -- | $89K | +$89K |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $56K | $25K | -$31K |
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2843210000 | SILVER NITRATE | $66K | 13.70% | 100.00% | $9K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2843210000 | SILVER NITRATE | $5.0M |
URANIUM ENRICHED IN U235 ETC. PLUTONIUM ETC.
HS 284420
ANHYDROUS AMMONIA
HS 281410
NATURAL URANIUM & COMPOUNDS, ALLOYS & CERAMICS ETC
HS 284410
TUNGSTATES (WOLFRAMATES)
HS 284180
ALLOYS, DISPERSIONS,ISOTOPES & COMPOUNDS NES
HS 284443
ALUMINUM OXIDE, EXCEPT ARTIFICIAL CORUNDUM, NESOI
HS 281820
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | -- | $4.7M | +$4.7M |
| Maryland | -- | $165K | +$165K |
| California | $56K | $13K | -$43K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JFK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NY | $8K | $4.2M | +$4.2M |
| CHAMPLAIN-ROUSES POINT, NY | -- | $408K | +$408K |
| NEW ORLEANS, LA | $38K | $172K | +$134K |