Strontium Aluminate Glow Powder
Long-persistence inorganic phosphor powder based on strontium aluminate doped with europium and dysprosium, emitting green light for hours after excitation. Falls under HTS 3206.50.00.00 as a key luminophore used in safety markings, emergency signage, and novelty paints.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | +37.5% | 44% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | +10.0% | 16.5% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 6.5% | +10.0% | 16.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If supplied as rare-earth compounds without phosphor formulation
Base strontium or europium compounds without activation are Chapter 28 inorganics, not luminophores.
If dissolved in >50% organic solvent for pituitous application
Chapter note 4 includes such solutions under heading 3208 if solvent-dominant.
If put up in retail paint sets with binders
Retail coloring preparations incorporating luminophores shift to heading 3212.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include persistence duration test results (e.g
• glow time >10 hours) to substantiate luminophore classification per chapter notes
• Ensure packaging labels specify 'luminophore for phosphorescent use' to prevent confusion with general aluminate compounds
• Watch for REACH compliance if importing to EU markets, as rare earth dopants require registration
Related Products under HTS 3206.50.00.00
Zinc Sulfide Phosphor Powder
Fine powder of zinc sulfide doped with activators like copper or manganese, used as a green or blue-emitting luminophore in glow-in-the-dark paints and coatings. Classified under HTS 3206.50.00.00 as an inorganic product specifically designed for luminescence applications, fitting the chapter's scope for luminophores whether chemically defined or not.
Lanthanum Phosphate Phosphor
Europium-doped lanthanum phosphate powder for UV-to-visible conversion in mercury lamps and displays. HTS 3206.50.00.00 applies to this inorganic luminophore preparation as per note 3.
Barium Magnesium Aluminate Phosphor
Blue-emitting long-afterglow phosphor for safety markings and glow paints. Inorganic luminophore under HTS 3206.50.00.00.
Calcium Fluoride Doped Phosphor
UV-emitting phosphor for scintillation detectors and lamps. HTS 3206.50.00.00 for luminophores.
Green Zinc Silicate Phosphor
Classic P1 phosphor for CRT displays and fluorescent tubes. Inorganic luminophore HTS 3206.50.00.00.
White Halophosphate Phosphor
Calcium halophosphate for standard fluorescent lighting. HTS 3206.50.00.00.