Restrictions on use of radioactive substances in products
According to Section 27 of the Radiation Act (591/1992, as amended by 11132/1998), the use of radioactive substances in foodstuffs, cosmetics, toys and corresponding consumer products, as well as, the import and export of such products, is prohibited.
Mixing or combining radioactive substances with consumer products which are not used as radiation sources, is permissible only on special, justifiable ground, and with a licence granted by STUK.
Also the import and export of such consumer products are subject to a licence granted by STUK.
