Americium-241 Oxide from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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