Uraninite Uranium Oxide Concentrate
Uraninite concentrate is a naturally occurring uranium oxide mineral (UO2) processed into powder form for further refinement into nuclear fuel. Classified under HTS 2844.10.20.10 as a natural uranium oxide compound, it contains radioactive isotopes suitable for the nuclear fuel cycle. This product is chemically defined per Chapter 28 notes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unprocessed ore or pitchblende
Raw uranium-bearing ores like uraninite in mineral form are in Chapter 26, not as extracted oxides.
If natural uranium metal, not oxide
Natural uranium in elemental metallic form, rather than compound oxide, uses a different subheading.
If alloyed with other radioactive elements
Mixtures or alloys containing natural uranium compounds fall under the radioactive mixtures heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare exact U-235 content and total uranium assay; misdeclaration leads to seizure under Atomic Energy Act
• Use UN-approved radioactive material packaging (e.g
• IP-2 drums) with proper labeling per 49 CFR 172.403
• Secure end-user verification from DOE or NRC to confirm non-proliferation compliance
Related Products under HTS 2844.10.20.10
Uranium Dioxide Powder (UO2)
Uranium dioxide (UO2) is a black crystalline powder primarily used as the main fuel material in nuclear reactors for generating electricity. It falls under HTS 2844.10.20.10 as a compound of natural uranium in oxide form, specifically classified as a uranium oxide for nuclear applications. This chemically defined compound meets the criteria for radioactive isotopes and their compounds in Chapter 28.
Yellowcake Uranium Oxide (U3O8)
Yellowcake, chemically uranium oxide (U3O8), is an intermediate product from uranium ore milling, appearing as a yellow powder used in fuel fabrication. It is classified under HTS 2844.10.20.10 as a natural uranium compound in oxide form, meeting Chapter 28 definitions for radioactive chemical compounds. Primarily imported for conversion to UF6 in the nuclear fuel cycle.
Triuranium Octoxide Pellets (U3O8)
Triuranium octoxide (U3O8) in pellet form is a densified version of yellowcake used in advanced nuclear fuel prototyping and research. This natural uranium oxide compound is specifically under HTS 2844.10.20.10 due to its radioactive nature and classification as a uranium oxide. Pellets facilitate handling in reactor design testing.
UO2 Uranium Oxide for Nuclear Fuel
High-purity UO2 uranium oxide powder specifically manufactured for pressing into nuclear reactor fuel pellets. It qualifies under HTS 2844.10.20.10 as a natural uranium oxide compound, central to light water reactor fuel fabrication. Meets stringent chemical purity standards for power generation.
Natural Uranium Oxide Sintered Powder
Sintered uranium oxide powder (primarily UO2/U3O8 blend) is heat-treated for density, used in MOX fuel precursor production. Classified as HTS 2844.10.20.10 for its status as a natural uranium oxide compound with specific radioactivity. Essential for international nuclear fuel supply chains.