Uranium Dioxide Powder (UO2) from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain prior NRC license under 10 CFR Part 110 for import; ensure IAEA safeguards agreement compliance
• Ship only via licensed carriers with Type B(U) packaging per DOT 49 CFR and IAEA SSR-6 standards
• Provide detailed radiation assay, purity certificate, and end-use statement to avoid delays at customs