Uranium Dioxide Powder (UO2) from China
Uranium dioxide (UO2) is a chemically defined compound of natural uranium used primarily as fuel in nuclear reactors. It falls under HTS 2844.10.20.55 as an 'other' uranium compound derived from natural uranium sources. This black powder is processed for ceramic pellet fabrication in the nuclear fuel cycle.
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
• Obtain NRC import license and IAEA safeguards documentation prior to shipment; ensure packaging meets UN 2915 Type A standards for low-specific-activity material
• Verify end-user nuclear facility certification to avoid diversion risks