Monazite Sand Concentrate from Japan
Monazite sand is a naturally occurring beach sand deposit rich in thorium-bearing minerals such as monazite, which contains thorium oxide (ThO2) alongside rare earth elements. It is mined and concentrated for thorium extraction, falling under HTS 2612.20.00.00 as a thorium ore and concentrate.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain NRC or DOE import licenses due to thorium's radioactive nature and nuclear material regulations
• Provide assay certificates detailing thorium content without deductions, as per statistical notes
• Ensure proper radiation safety declarations and packaging to avoid customs delays