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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If spent nuclear fuel elements
Irradiated fuel cartridges are specifically in 2844.50, not pure compounds.
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
Related Products under HTS 2844.43.00.50
Uranium-235 Enriched Isotope
Uranium-235 is a fissile isotope used in nuclear reactors and research applications. It falls under HTS 2844.43.0050 as a radioactive isotope other than those in subheadings 2844.10, 2844.20, or 2844.30, specifically classified as 'other' radioactive elements and isotopes.
Plutonium-239 Dioxide Powder
Plutonium-239 dioxide is a compound used in nuclear fuel fabrication and research. Classified under HTS 2844.43.0050 as a radioactive compound of an element other than those in prior subheadings.
Cobalt-60 Radioactive Source
Cobalt-60 sealed sources are used for cancer radiotherapy and sterilization. Falls under HTS 2844.43.0050 as other radioactive isotopes and compounds.
Iridium-192 Wire for Brachytherapy
Iridium-192 wire is a radioactive isotope used in cancer treatment implants. Classified as 'other' under HTS 2844.43.0050 for radioactive elements.
Cesium-137 Chloride Solution
Cesium-137 chloride in solution form for calibration sources and research. It is an 'other' radioactive compound per HTS 2844.43.0050.
Strontium-90 Yttrium-90 Generator
A generator system eluting Yttrium-90 from Strontium-90 for radiopharmaceuticals. Classified under HTS 2844.43.0050 as other radioactive mixtures.