Zinc Sulfide Phosphor Precursor from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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