HS Code Subheading

Instruments and apparatus; for measuring or detecting ionising radiations

9030.10 Subheading
Section XVIII — Optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, precision, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; clocks and watches; musical instruments; parts and accessories thereof

About HS Code 903010

This category covers highly specialized instruments and apparatus designed for measuring or detecting ionizing radiations, such as alpha, beta, gamma, and X-rays. These devices are critical for ensuring safety and compliance in various high-stakes environments, including nuclear power plants, medical facilities (radiology, oncology), environmental monitoring stations, industrial quality control, and scientific research laboratories. Importers include hospitals, research institutions, government agencies responsible for public safety, and industries utilizing radioactive materials. Exporters are typically countries with advanced scientific and technological capabilities, often possessing strong nuclear, medical technology, or defense sectors. The trade in these devices is heavily regulated due to their sensitive applications and the critical role they play in protecting human health and the environment.

Products Under This Code

Geiger counters, scintillation detectors, dosimeters, radiation survey meters, gamma spectrometers, alpha/beta counters, neutron detectors, personal radiation detectors

Real World Examples

Mirion Technologies Geiger counters, Thermo Fisher Scientific dosimeters, Canberra gamma spectrometers, Ludlum Measurements survey meters, Fluke Biomedical radiation detectors

Common Misclassification

Could be confused with other medical diagnostic equipment (9018) or general laboratory instruments (9027) if not specifically for ionizing radiation detection.

Products Classified Under 9030.10

Radiation detectorGeiger counterDosimeter

Related Codes

9030.20 Oscilloscopes and oscillographs 9030.31 Multimeters; for measuring or checking voltage, current, resistance or power (other than those for measuring or checking semiconductor wafer or devices), without a recording device 9030.32 Multimeters; for measuring or checking voltage, current, resistance or power, with a recording device 9030.33 Instruments and apparatus; for measuring or checking voltage, current, resistance or power, without a recording device (excluding multimeters) 9030.39 Instruments and apparatus; for measuring or checking voltage, current, resistance or power, with a recording device (excluding multimeters) 9030.40 Instruments and apparatus; specially designed for telecommunications (e.g. cross-talk meters, gain measuring instruments, distortion factor meters, psophometers) 9030.82 Instruments and apparatus; for measuring or checking semiconductor wafers or devices (including integrated circuits) 9030.84 Instruments and apparatus; n.e.c. in heading no. 9030, with a recording device 9030.89 Instruments and apparatus; n.e.c. in heading no. 9030, without a recording device 9030.90 Instruments, apparatus for measuring, checking electrical quantities, not meters of heading no. 9028; parts and accessories, for measuring or detecting alpha, beta, gamma, x-ray, cosmic and other radiations

Industry

This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.

Trade Overview

USA, Germany, and Japan are leading exporters, with global demand from countries with nuclear facilities, medical sectors, and environmental concerns.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 903010?

HS code 903010 covers: Instruments and apparatus; for measuring or detecting ionising radiations. This category covers highly specialized instruments and apparatus designed for measuring or detecting ionizing radiations, such as alpha, beta, gamma, and X-rays. These devices are critical for ensuring safety and compliance in various high-stakes environments, including nuclear power plants, medical facilities (radiology, oncology), environmental monitoring stations, industrial quality control, and scientific research laboratories. Importers include hospitals, research institutions, government agencies responsible for public safety, and industries utilizing radioactive materials. Exporters are typically countries with advanced scientific and technological capabilities, often possessing strong nuclear, medical technology, or defense sectors. The trade in these devices is heavily regulated due to their sensitive applications and the critical role they play in protecting human health and the environment.

What products fall under HS code 903010?

Geiger counters, scintillation detectors, dosimeters, radiation survey meters, gamma spectrometers, alpha/beta counters, neutron detectors, personal radiation detectors

What are common misclassifications for HS code 903010?

Could be confused with other medical diagnostic equipment (9018) or general laboratory instruments (9027) if not specifically for ionizing radiation detection.

How is HS code 903010 structured?

HS code 903010 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (90) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (30) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.