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High-Purity Zinc Sulfide (99.99%) for Thin Films

Ultra-pure zinc sulfide granules for physical vapor deposition (PVD) in optical thin films. Falls under HTS 2830.90.1500 as other zinc sulfide, chemically defined and not excluded by chapter notes on worked forms. Essential for anti-reflective and protective coatings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³China2.8%+37.5%40.3%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½Mexico2.8%+10.0%12.8%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦Canada2.8%+10.0%12.8%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9003.19.00.00Lower: 20% vs 40.3%

If pre-coated onto plastic frames

Assembled optical components with sulfide coatings classified by function in Chapter 90.

3810.90Lower: 17.5% vs 40.3%

If in pickling preparations

Chapter 28 Note 2 excludes certain industrial preparations; metal treatment pastes go to 3810.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Submit ICP-MS analysis confirming >99.99% purity to support 'chemically defined' status

• Declare evaporation source form (granules/powder) to prevent confusion with fabricated parts

• Comply with REACH-like US chemical import notifications for optical chemicals