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Helium-3 Gas from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Obtain end-use certificates for research or detection applications to comply with export controls; ensure proper labeling as a stable isotope; verify supplier purity documentation to avoid misclassification as common helium