Americium-241 Oxide from China

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.

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

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