Sealed Radioactive Source Shipping Container

Type B(U) container for transporting Iridium-192 and Cobalt-60 sources to/from nonprofit therapy facilities. Meets DOT/NRC requirements as integral therapeutic accessory. Under HTS 9810.00.80.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽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.

7309.00.00Higher: 35% vs 10%

If general steel shipping containers

Without radioactive certification, classified as steel reservoirs in Chapter 73

8716.80.50Higher: 38.2% vs 10%

If commercial transport equipment

Non-medical transport containers in Chapter 87

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include NRC Certificate of Compliance for container design

Document maximum source activity ratings and shielding

Verify institutional radiation safety officer approval

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