High-Purity PPO for Plastic Scintillators from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.628.5%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• 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