Americium-241 Oxide

Americium-241 oxide is used in smoke detectors and industrial gauges. It is an 'other' radioactive compound under HTS 2844.43.0050, as a transuranic element compound.

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.

2844.50.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 25%

If spent nuclear fuel elements

Irradiated fuel cartridges are specifically in 2844.50, not pure compounds.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 25%

If in retail smoke detector devices

When incorporated into finished consumer products, classified by principal function in Chapter 38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Apply for general or specific NRC license; small quantities may qualify for exemptions

Label shipments with UN2915 and include radiation monitoring protocols

Verify purity to distinguish from mixtures that might fall under residues