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Strontium Aluminate Glow Powder from Japan

High-performance strontium aluminate inorganic powder for long-lasting phosphorescence in safety signage and textiles. HTS 3206.49.60.50 covers this as 'other' luminophore preparation used in coloring materials, distinct from synthetic organic pigments in 3205.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Label packages clearly as 'luminophore pigment for industrial coloring' to distinguish from raw chemicals

Include end-use declarations if for commercial coatings to prevent reclassification as Chapter 28 commodity

Test for dispersion in nonaqueous media; such forms may classify under 3212 if paint-ready