Americium-241 Oxide Source Material

Americium-241 oxide (AmO2) serves as a calibration source for detectors and in neutron sources, fitting 2844.43.0028 for compounds of radioactive elements (atomic no. 95). Exceeds 74 Bq/g threshold per Chapter Note 4.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8543.70Lower: 12.6% vs 25%

If incorporated into finished smoke detector

Assembled electrical apparatus containing radioactive sources classify as complete articles in Chapter 85.

3822.19.00Lower: 10% vs 25%

If in diagnostic reagent preparation

Radioactive reagents for lab analysis shift to Chapter 38 as prepared diagnostic products.

2844.42.00.00Higher: 35% vs 25%

If cesium-137 or cobalt-60

Fission products like Cs-137/Co-60 have specific subheading 2844.42 allocation.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Apply for NRC specific license; adhere to 10 CFR 71 Type A package limits (<2 TBq Am-241); label per DOT hazardous materials regulations with UN 3326

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