Plutonium-239 Dioxide Powder
PuO2 powder derived from plutonium-239, a fissile isotope used in mixed oxide (MOX) nuclear fuel fabrication. This compound of plutonium falls under tariff item 2844.20.00 per Chapter 28 notes on radioactive isotopes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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If the plutonium is mixed with natural uranium
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain a CNSC import licence for plutonium compounds
• Ensure compliance with nuclear non-proliferation export controls
• Provide isotopic composition analysis with customs documentation
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