Yttrium Vanadate Phosphor
Red-emitting inorganic phosphor of yttrium vanadate:europium, essential for trichromatic fluorescent tubes and LED converters. Classified in HTS 3206.50.00.00 for its luminophore role in lighting phosphors.
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 as individual rare-earth vanadates
Separate chemically defined compounds excluded by chapter note (a) unless luminophore-specific.
If functioning mainly as a color toner
Other inorganic coloring matter if luminescence secondary.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide supplier certificates of luminescence efficiency (e.g
• quantum yield data) for customs validation
• Declare rare-earth content accurately to benefit from potential MFN duty reductions
Related Products under HTS 3206.50.00.00
Zinc Sulfide Phosphor Powder
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Strontium Aluminate Glow Powder
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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.