Actinium-225 Chloride from Mexico
Actinium-225 chloride is a chemically defined compound of the radioactive isotope Actinium-225, used primarily in targeted alpha therapy for cancer treatment. It falls under HTS 2844.42.00.00 as a compound of a specified radioactive element listed in the subheading. This highly radioactive material requires specialized handling and licensing for import.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain NRC or Agreement State license prior to import; verify specific authorization for Actinium-225 handling
• Include detailed radiation safety plan, dosimetry records, and IAEA Type A/B packaging certification in documentation
• Avoid common pitfalls like insufficient cask specifications or missing decay chain impurity declarations