Triuranium Octoxide (U3O8) Yellowcake from Mexico
Yellowcake, or U3O8, is the primary commercial form of natural uranium concentrate from ore milling. Classified in HTS 2844.10.20 as a natural uranium compound; it's the starting material for the nuclear fuel cycle. Typically 70-90% U3O8 content in powder form.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit Form 7410 to NRC 30 days pre-import; ensure uranium from non-proliferation treaty compliant sources
• Pitfall: improper drum venting leads to pressure buildup claims