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Promethium-147 Battery

Promethium-147 used in betavoltaic nuclear batteries for long-life power. An 'other' radioactive element per HTS 2844.43.0050.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8506.50.00Higher: 40.2% vs 37.5%

If completed primary battery without significant radiation

Finished batteries classified in Chapter 85 if radiation not principal characteristic.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Classify as device only if radiation < threshold; else as radioactive material

• Comply with ITAR if for space/military applications

• Test for specific activity exceeding 74 Bq/g limit