Barium Magnesium Aluminate Blue-Green Phosphor from Japan
Barium magnesium aluminate blue-green phosphor provides long afterglow for safety signage and paints. HTS 3206.49.60 applies to this inorganic luminophore preparation under chapter note 3 exclusions. Superior persistence compared to traditional sulfides.
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
• Aluminate stability requires inert atmosphere packaging certification
• Emission wavelength documentation (450-510nm) confirms specific classification
• Bulk density specs (0.8-1.2 g/cc) distinguish from pressed phosphor products