Cadmium Sulfide Pigment Grade from Japan
Cadmium sulfide in pigment-grade form, offering excellent lightfastness and opacity for high-end artists' oil paints and automotive coatings. Classified under HTS 2830.90.20.00 as other cadmium sulfide, distinct from formulated pigments. Used where vibrant, durable yellow hue is required.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label containers with UN number for hazardous material transport (toxic solid); comply with DOT and IMDG regulations
• Provide documentation proving >99% purity to avoid reclassification as a mixture under 3824
• Check state-specific restrictions on cadmium imports due to environmental regulations