Radium Scale from Pipe Cleaning

Radioactive scale deposits containing radium-226 removed from oilfield pipes during cleaning operations. Qualifies as 2844.44.00.00 radioactive residues under Chapter Note 4(f).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2530.90.80Lower: Free vs 35%

If non-radioactive mineral scales dominate

Earths and mineral residues without significant radioactivity fall in Chapter 25.

2844.10.10.00Lower: 30% vs 35%

If naturally occurring uranium/radium purified

Natural uranium/radium elements have dedicated subheading, excluding residues.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Classify as NORM if <74 Bq/g to potentially avoid Chapter 28; use low-specific-activity packaging; document origin to distinguish from mill tailings