Radium Metal (Depleted)
Depleted radium metal is an alkaline-earth metal that has been depleted of its most radioactive isotopes, used for research purposes. If non-radioactive, it falls under tariff item 2805.19.00 as an 'other' alkaline-earth metal; if radioactive, it is excluded.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the radium is non-radioactive; if it emits radiation, classify under heading 28.44
• Obtain a certificate of analysis and a radiation safety report
• Ensure compliance with Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission regulations
Related Products under Tariff item 2805.19.00
99.9% Pure Strontium Chunks
Irregular chunks of ultra-high purity strontium metal for laboratory and industrial chemical processing. This elemental alkaline-earth metal is classified under tariff item 2805.19.00 as 'Other' alkali or alkaline-earth metals, excluding rare-earth mixtures or radioactive forms per Chapter 28 definitions.
Barium Evaporation Pellets
Small barium pellets designed for thermal evaporation in thin-film coating applications like vacuum systems. This pure elemental barium is classified under tariff item 2805.19.00 as 'Other' alkaline-earth metal, with high vacuum compatibility due to getter properties.
Barium Metal Ingots
High-purity barium metal cast into ingots, used primarily in the production of alloys and chemicals. This elemental barium is classified under tariff item 2805.19.00 as 'Other' alkaline-earth metal, not interalloyed or in solution.
Barium Metal Powder
Barium metal powder is a finely divided alkaline-earth metal used in vacuum technology and as a getter to remove residual gases. It is classified under tariff item 2805.19.00 as an 'other' alkali or alkaline-earth metal, not in solution or alloyed form.
Barium Metal Rods
Cylindrical barium rods in unworked form, ideal for machining into components or evaporation sources in vacuum deposition. This pure alkaline-earth metal is classified under tariff item 2805.19.00 as 'Other', with purity levels typically above 99%.
Barium Wire (99.5% Purity)
Drawn barium wire in coils, used in specialty alloys and research applications. This pure alkaline-earth metal in unworked drawn form is classified under tariff item 2805.19.00 as 'Other', with diameters typically 1-5mm.