Industrial Fluorine for Uranium Enrichment

Bulk fluorine gas shipment for UF6 production in nuclear fuel cycles, shipped in tonnage tube trailers. HTS 2801.30.10.00 covers this elemental fluorine as precursor for volatile uranium hexafluoride.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2844Lower: 10% vs 38.7%

If radioactive uranium hexafluoride (UF6)

Radioactive compounds including fluorides of transuranic elements go to 2844.

2825Lower: 13.7% vs 38.7%

If sodium fluoride reagent byproduct

Other alkali fluorides classify under 2825, excluding pure F2.

2616.10.00Lower: 25% vs 38.7%

If uranium ore concentrates with natural fluorine

Uranium-bearing materials fall under Chapter 26 for ores.

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Import Tips & Compliance

NRC/DOE export license required even for imports; dual-use declaration mandatory

Tube trailer must meet ASME VIII with fluorine service rating; inspect welds pre-shipment

Coordinate with NRC for end-user verification to prevent diversion