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Enriched Helium-3 Isotope

Enriched Helium-3 refers to helium with artificially increased He-3 content beyond natural abundance (0.000137%). Classified in HTS 2845.40.00.00 per chapter notes for modified isotopic compositions excluding mono-isotopic natural states. Used in ultra-low temperature physics and quantum computing research.

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.

2844Lower: 10% vs 35%

If radioactive or specific activity exceeds 74 Bq/g

Radioactive isotopes or compounds with specified activity levels fall under heading 2844 per chapter note 4.

2804.30.00.00Higher: 38.7% vs 35%

If for bulk helium-4 dominant mixtures

Predominantly He-4 helium classifies as neon/helium under 2804, not as separated He-3 isotope.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide isotopic enrichment analysis certificates; comply with EAR licensing for high-purity isotopes; check for dual-use restrictions under Commerce Control List

Related Products under HTS 2845.40.00.00

Helium-3 Gas

Helium-3 is a rare stable isotope of helium used primarily in cryogenic research and neutron detection. It falls under HTS 2845.40.00.00 as a non-radioactive isotope distinct from those in heading 2844. This chemically defined isotope is typically supplied in gaseous form for scientific applications.

Helium-3 Cryogenic Fluid

Liquefied Helium-3 used in dilution refrigerators to achieve millikelvin temperatures. This product is specifically the He-3 isotope under HTS 2845.40.00.00, meeting the definition of isotopes with modified composition. Essential for low-temperature physics experiments.

Helium-3 Neutron Detector Fill Gas

High-purity Helium-3 gas filled into detector tubes for thermal neutron detection in security and research. Classified as the isotope itself under HTS 2845.40.00.00, not as a finished detector. The isotope's neutron absorption properties drive its specialized use.

Research Grade Helium-3

Ultra-pure Helium-3 (>99.9%) for university and national lab research in nuclear physics. HTS 2845.40.00.00 covers this non-radioactive isotope with enriched composition as per HTSUS notes. Supplied in small high-pressure cylinders.

Helium-3/Helium-4 Mixture (Dilution Grade)

Pre-mixed He-3/He-4 solution at ~3-10% He-3 concentration for dilution refrigerator stills. The isotopic content qualifies under HTS 2845.40.00.00 as enriched helium isotopes. Used directly in cryostats for phase separation cooling.

Helium-3 Polarized Gas

Spin-polarized Helium-3 gas used in neutron polarizers and MRI lung imaging research. Classifies as the isotope under HTS 2845.40.00.00 despite polarization, as it's chemically the same compound. Produced via optical pumping techniques.