paraphernalia are suspected and detected, they are referred to the Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB), which makes a determination as to the nature and disposition of the materials and may conduct further investigations. While a great deal of attention is justifiably focused on illegal drug interdiction, another type of substance, radioactive materials and sources of radiation, i.e. radioactive isotopes, are also a focus of detection. While the first thought that may come to mind might be that of weapons-smuggling and the stuff of high television drama, most radioactive products passing through customs are benign medical or industrial products. Because the laws and regulations classifying them and governing their transport are somewhat complicated, especially internationally, th

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