Cadmium Borate
Cadmium borate finds use in phosphors and specialty pigments. Classified as other borates in HTS 2840.20.00.00 as metal borate. Highly regulated due to cadmium toxicity.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If inorganic luminophores
Chapter note excludes luminophores to heading 3206.
If primarily cadmium salt
Chloride/oxysalt cadmium takes precedence.
If radioactive doped
Radioactive compounds reclassify per Chapter note 4.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• TSCA/CDX pre-notification mandatory for cadmium compounds
• Proposition 65 labeling if California destination
• Waste import prohibitions apply
Related Products under HTS 2840.20.00.00
Sodium Tetraborate Decahydrate (Borax)
Sodium tetraborate decahydrate, commonly known as borax, is a hydrated sodium borate salt used in detergents, glass manufacturing, and as a flux. It falls under HTS 2840.20.00.00 as 'other borates' since it is a chemically defined inorganic borate compound excluding peroxoborates. This white crystalline powder is essential in cleaning products and metallurgy.
Disodium Tetraborate Anhydrous
Disodium tetraborate anhydrous is a dehydrated form of borax used in industrial applications like enamel frits and herbicides. Classified under HTS 2840.20.00.00 as other borates, it is a pure inorganic sodium borate meeting Chapter 28 definitions. This powder provides boron source in metallurgy and agriculture.
Potassium Tetraborate
Potassium tetraborate is an inorganic salt used as a boron source in welding fluxes and ceramics. It is classified in HTS 2840.20.00.00 as other borates, distinct from sodium borates. This compound appears as a white powder soluble in water.
Ammonium Pentaborate Solution
Ammonium pentaborate solution (20-40% concentration) serves as a fire retardant and boron supplement in agriculture. Under HTS 2840.20.00.00 as other borates, it qualifies as chemically defined per Chapter 28/29 notes despite solution form. Used in wood treatment and fertilizers.
Zinc Borate Powder (2ZnO·3B2O3·3.5H2O)
Zinc borate (2ZnO·3B2O3·3.5H2O) is a flame retardant and smoke suppressant used in plastics and textiles. Classified as other borates under HTS 2840.20.00.00 as a metal borate salt per heading applicability. Fine white powder with specific hydrate formula.
Magnesium Borate Hydrate
Magnesium borate hydrate serves as a lubricant additive and anti-corrosion agent. It falls under HTS 2840.20.00.00 as other borates, being a chemically defined inorganic magnesium salt. Used in drilling fluids and ceramics.