HS Code for Boron-10 enriched compounds

Boron-10 enriched compounds are classified under Harmonized System (HS) code 284520. This specific classification falls within Chapter 28, which covers inorganic chemicals, and more precisely under Heading 2845, dedicated to isotopes and their compounds, other than those of Heading 2844. The subheading 284520 is explicitly defined as "Boron enriched in boron-10 and its compounds." This code applies to any form of boron where the natural isotopic abundance of boron-10 has been artificially increased, as well as any chemical compounds derived from such isotopically enriched boron. The critical factor for this classification is the enrichment of the boron-10 isotope, which imparts specific properties and applications, particularly in nuclear technology and medicine.

Products Included

• Boron-10 enriched boric acid
• Boron-10 enriched boron carbide
• Boron-10 enriched boron trifluoride
• Boron-10 enriched elemental boron (if the enrichment process results in an elemental form)
• Other chemical compounds containing boron with an artificially increased concentration of the boron-10 isotope

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification for boron-10 enriched compounds is with HS code 280450, which covers "Boron; tellurium." This code is intended for elemental boron in its natural isotopic abundance, not for isotopically enriched forms or their compounds. The distinction lies in the isotopic modification. Another potential area of confusion is with 284590, "Other isotopes and their compounds; mixtures of isotopes or compounds of this heading," which is a residual category for other isotopes. However, since 284520 specifically identifies boron-10 enriched materials, it is the precise and correct classification for these specialized products.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Boron-10 enriched compounds?

The HS code for boron-10 enriched compounds, including boron enriched in boron-10 and its chemical derivatives, is 284520.

Why is boron-10 enrichment significant for HS classification?

Boron-10 enrichment is significant because it alters the nuclear properties of boron, making it valuable for specific applications such as neutron absorption in nuclear reactors, radiation shielding, and certain medical therapies. The HS classification system recognizes this distinct characteristic by providing a dedicated subheading (284520) to differentiate these specialized materials from naturally occurring or unenriched boron.