Uranium Ore Fines from Open-Pit Mining from China
Crushed fines (<4.75mm) from open-pit uranium mines, typically low-grade ore milled on-site before transport. Classified as uranium ores under HTS 2612.10.00.00, distinct from concentrates by processing level.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish fines from concentrates in documentation to prevent duty disputes
• Implement dust suppression measures compliant with OSHA 1910.1200 hazard communication
• Pre-clear with U.S
• Customs via ACE system for radioactive cargo manifests