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An accurate inclusion of weak processes and neutrino radiation in the modeling of BNS mergers is essential to reach a correct description of these systems and their observable signatures. Current simulations usually include only a minimal set of neutrino interactions, often neglecting the presence of heavy leptons, as well as their antiparticles. Due to the increase in complexity and computational costs related to their consistent inclusion inside simulations, muons have been neglected so far in BNS merger models. However, recent works have confirmed their potential relevance in this context. In this talk, the most important muon-neutrino interactions are presented and characterized, with the purpose of addressing the question of whether the inclusion of such interactions can be relevant during a BNS merger.