Co-60 Gamma Irradiator Source from Mexico
High-activity cobalt-60 encased in stainless steel for use in self-contained gamma irradiators for sterilizing medical equipment and food products. Classified under HTS 2844.43.00.10 due to its exclusive cobalt-60 composition and high specific radioactivity as a radioactive isotope per Chapter 28 notes. Excludes mixtures with other isotopes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include dosimetry report and decay chain analysis in documentation; use licensed carriers with UN-approved radioactive material packaging
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring activity levels leading to reclassification