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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If assembled into X-ray apparatus
Apparatus using radioactive sources for imaging classified in Chapter 90 by function.
If actinium or its compounds
Actinium has a specific subheading, excluding it from general 'other' radioactive elements.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Secure Agreement State or NRC authorization for medical/industrial sources
• Transport under Radioactive Material, Type A or B(U) package standards
• Include inventory reports to track source leakage risks
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.
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.
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.