Curium-244 Oxide Powder from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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