Polonium-209 Ceramic Product from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Oilfield services exemption may apply; provide API well logging specification
• Beryllium matrix requires dual radiation/chemical declaration
• Return logistics planning essential; many classified as returnable assets