Strontium Aluminate Glow Powder from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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