Californium-252 Neutron Source from China

Californium-252 metal encapsulated as portable neutron source for oil well logging and radiography, under 2844.43.0028 as a compound/isotope of element 98. Meets chemically defined criteria of Chapter Notes.

Duty Rate — China → United States

25%

Rate breakdown

9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

File NRC license application with training program; use double-encapsulation special form; comply with USDOT neutron emitter labeling (UN 3326)