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Research Grade Helium-3 from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Attach purchase orders showing research affiliation; maintain chain-of-custody records; declare value based on isotopic rarity, not container cost