Cadmium Sulfide Powder

High-purity cadmium sulfide (CdS) powder used primarily as a pigment in paints, coatings, and plastics for its bright yellow color. It falls under HTS 2830.90.20.00 as a chemically defined inorganic sulfide of cadmium. This form is suitable for industrial mixing and application.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³China3.1%+35.0%38.1%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½Mexico3.1%+10.0%13.1%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦Canada3.1%+10.0%13.1%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermany3.1%+10.0%13.1%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapan3.1%+10.0%13.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

3206.50.00.00Higher: 41.5% vs 38.1%

If incorporated into finished inorganic pigments for retail sale

Mixed or prepared pigments fall under heading 3206, not pure chemical compounds of Chapter 28.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 38.1%

If chemically doped for electronics or in mixtures

Doped preparations or chemical mixtures for specific uses like semiconductors are classified in 3824.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify chemical purity and provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) to confirm it meets 'chemically defined' criteria under Chapter 28 notes

• Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) due to toxicity; ensure compliance with TSCA and EPA regulations for cadmium compounds

• Avoid misclassification as finished pigment products under Chapter 32; ship in bulk powder form

Related Products under HTS 2830.90.20.00

Cadmium Sulfide Pigment Grade

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.

High-Purity Cadmium Sulfide for Semiconductors

Ultra-high purity (6N) cadmium sulfide crystals or powder for manufacturing II-VI compound semiconductors like CdS photodetectors. Falls under HTS 2830.90.20.00 as chemically defined cadmium sulfide. Not doped or wafer-formed, qualifying for Chapter 28.

Cadmium Sulfide Luminescent Grade

Specially prepared cadmium sulfide activated for phosphorescence in glow-in-the-dark paints and safety markings. Classified as cadmium sulfide under HTS 2830.90.20.00 since not final luminophore product. Provides yellow-green afterglow effect.

Synthetic Cadmium Sulfide Crystals

Synthetic single-crystal cadmium sulfide grown for optical research and thin-film deposition in photovoltaics. Pure compound form qualifies for HTS 2830.90.20.00 as other cadmium sulfide. Size typically 1-10mm for lab use.

Cadmium Sulfide for Glass Coloring

Cadmium sulfide specifically for producing stable yellow colors in glass tableware and decorative bottles. Chemically defined powder under HTS 2830.90.20.00, added during glass melting. Heat-stable up to glass frit temperatures.

Nano Cadmium Sulfide Particles

Cadmium sulfide nanoparticles (10-50nm) for quantum dot applications in displays and biomedical imaging. Still classified as chemically defined CdS under HTS 2830.90.20.00 when >99% pure. Surface-capped but primary compound identity maintained.