High-Purity PPO for Plastic Scintillators

Ultra-pure 2,5-Diphenyloxazole (PPO) dissolved at 2% in polystyrene for extruded plastic scintillator sheets, under HTS 2934.99.08.00 when imported as pure active ingredient. Essential for high-energy physics detectors and security screening systems. Provides 360nm emission peak matching PMT sensitivity.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%6.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%6.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3903.19.00.00Higher: 41.5% vs 6.5%

If pre-polymerized into polystyrene scintillator sheets

Plastic materials containing fluorescent additives classified by polymer base material.

9001.30.00.00Higher: 19.5% vs 6.5%

If optical elements containing scintillator doping

Contact lenses and optical elements with organic fluorescent compounds fall under Chapter 90.

8543.70Higher: 12.6% vs 6.5%

If assembled into electrical radiation detectors

Complete electrical machines for radiation detection classified in Chapter 85.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify 'Active Ingredient Only' on invoice when importing bulk powder separate from polymer matrix

Provide solubility data in common solvents (toluene >10g/100ml) for end-use verification

Comply with ITAR export controls if ultimate destination involves nuclear detection equipment