Tritium Luminous Paint from Japan
Phosphor-based paint containing tritium gas in micro-vials for self-luminous markings on instruments. This ceramic dispersion qualifies under HTS 2844.41.00.00 as mixtures containing tritium compounds with specific radioactivity >74 Bq/g. Used in aviation and military applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• ITAR registration may be required for defense articles; provide material safety data sheets showing tritium content; use exclusive use vehicles for transport