Zinc Sulfide Phosphor Precursor

Refined zinc sulfide used to produce ZnS:Cu/Au phosphors for electroluminescent panels. Classified in HTS 2830.90.1500 as other zinc sulfide before doping/activation. Meets inorganic compound criteria excluding finished luminophores.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³China2.8%+35.0%37.8%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½Mexico2.8%+10.0%12.8%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦Canada2.8%+10.0%12.8%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermany2.8%+10.0%12.8%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapan2.8%+10.0%12.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

3206.50.00.00Higher: 41.5% vs 37.8%

If post-doping as finished luminophore

Activated phosphors become Chapter 32 coloring matter per exclusion note.

2846.90.80Lower: 3.7% vs 37.8%

If rare-earth co-doped

Compounds of rare-earths fall under 2846, pulling from general sulfides.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document as 'precursor, undoped' to distinguish from finished phosphors (3206)

• Provide emission spectra potential (pre-activation) in technical data

• Ensure no organic stabilizers present per Chapter 28 organo-inorganic exclusion