CANDU Heavy Water Nuclear Reactor
The CANDU reactor is a Canadian-designed nuclear reactor that uses heavy water as both moderator and coolant, allowing it to operate with natural uranium fuel. As a complete nuclear reactor system, it is classified under tariff item 8401.10.00, which covers nuclear reactors.
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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Import Tips & Compliance
• Since CANDU is a Canadian design, verify if any domestic content or licensing agreements affect import duties
• Ensure all heavy water systems are included in the reactor classification
• Submit complete engineering specifications to CBSA for smooth clearance
Related Products under Tariff item 8401.10.00
AP1000 Advanced Passive Nuclear Reactor
The AP1000 is a Generation III+ pressurized water nuclear reactor with passive safety systems that rely on natural forces such as gravity and convection. As a complete nuclear reactor designed for commercial power generation, it falls squarely under tariff item 8401.10.00, which covers nuclear reactors.
BWR Boiling Water Nuclear Reactor
A Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) is a nuclear reactor type where water boils directly in the reactor core, producing steam that drives turbines for electricity generation. As a complete nuclear reactor system, it is classified under tariff item 8401.10.00, which covers nuclear reactors.
PWR Pressurized Water Nuclear Reactor
A Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR) is a nuclear reactor type where water is kept under high pressure to prevent boiling, serving as both coolant and moderator. As a complete nuclear reactor for power generation, it falls under tariff item 8401.10.00, which covers nuclear reactors.
RBMK Graphite Moderated Nuclear Reactor
The RBMK is a graphite-moderated nuclear reactor design that uses light water as a coolant, historically used in Soviet-era power plants. As a complete nuclear reactor, it is classified under tariff item 8401.10.00, which covers nuclear reactors.
SMR Small Modular Nuclear Reactor
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