Cadmium-Free Phosphorescent Green Pigment from Japan
Eco-friendly rare-earth doped aluminate pigment emitting green glow, applied in plastic masterbatches and inks. Fits HTS 3206.49.60.50 as other inorganic luminophore for coloring preparations per note 3, excluding organic dyes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain supplier affidavits confirming cadmium-free status to comply with REACH and TSCA import rules
• Document intended use in manufacturing coloring agents to stay within Chapter 32 scope
• Avoid retail pack sizes under 1kg to prevent shift to 3212 consumer packaging exclusion