Curium-244 Oxide Powder
Curium-244 oxide is a powdered ceramic compound of the transuranic radioactive isotope Curium-244, utilized in research for space power systems and nuclear batteries. Classified under HTS 2844.42.00.00 due to explicit inclusion of Curium-244 compounds and its ceramic product form. It exhibits high specific radioactivity exceeding regulatory thresholds.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If tritium or plutonium compounds not in specific list
Different radioactive elements have separate subheadings; Curium specificity governs here.
If prepared as doped semiconductor material in wafer form
Doped chemical elements cut into discs fall under 3818 per Chapter Note, then mixtures in 3824.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Secure DOE authorization under 10 CFR Part 810 for transuranic materials; provide isotope purity certificates
• Use UN-approved Type B(U) containers with impact/shield testing documentation; declare activity levels precisely
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Actinium-225 Chloride
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.
Uranium-230 Nitrate Solution
Uranium-230 nitrate is a chemically defined aqueous solution of the rare alpha-emitter Uranium-230, used in radiopharmaceutical research and geochronology. Falls under HTS 2844.42.00.00 as a compound of explicitly listed Uranium-230. Mixtures maintain classification if radioactivity dominates.
Curium-242 Ceramic Pellet
Curium-242 ceramic pellets serve as radioisotope thermoelectric generator (RTG) fuel elements for deep space missions. This ceramic product of listed Curium-242 qualifies under HTS 2844.42.00.00 due to explicit inclusion and high specific radioactivity. NASA-qualified material.
Einsteinium-254 Alloy Dispersion
Einsteinium-254 alloy dispersion in platinum matrix serves ultra-trace analysis and nuclear forensics applications. HTS 2844.42.00.00 explicitly includes Einsteinium-254 alloys as dispersions containing listed isotopes. Extreme rarity requires authorized users only.
Polonium-209 Ceramic Product
Polonium-209 ceramic beads embedded in beryllium oxide matrix function as portable neutron sources for oil well logging. Covered by HTS 2844.42.00.00 as ceramic products containing listed Polonium-209. Designed for high-temperature well logging tools.
Radium-223 Generator Mixture
Radium-223 generator mixture contains parent-daughter isotopes for on-site Actinium-225 production in clinical settings. HTS 2844.42.00.00 includes mixtures containing listed Radium-223 compounds with >74 Bq/g activity. FDA-regulated for therapeutic use.