Uranium Dioxide (UO2) Powder
Uranium dioxide (UO2) powder is the primary oxide compound of uranium enriched in U235, used in the fabrication of nuclear fuel pellets for reactors. It falls under HTS 2844.20.00.10 as a uranium oxide compound derived from enriched uranium, meeting the criteria for radioactive isotopes and their compounds in heading 2844.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as the elemental form rather than compound
Pure enriched uranium metal or elemental form is classified under the subheading for uranium enriched in U235, separate from compounds.
If in the form of nitrate or other non-oxide compounds
Other uranium compounds like uranyl nitrate fall under the residual uranium compounds subheading, excluding oxides.
If spent nuclear fuel residues containing uranium oxides
Irradiated or spent fuel elements with uranium oxide residues are classified in 2845 as spent fuel, not fresh compounds.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain NRC or DOE authorization prior to import; all shipments require prior approval under 10 CFR Part 110
• Provide detailed isotopic composition certificate and ensure packaging meets IAEA Type A radioactive material standards
• Avoid common pitfalls like incomplete radiation safety declarations, which can lead to customs holds or denial
Related Products under HTS 2844.20.00.10
Uranium Trioxide (UO3) Yellowcake Derivative
Uranium trioxide (UO3), often derived from yellowcake processing of enriched uranium, is an intermediate oxide used in nuclear fuel cycles. Classified under HTS 2844.20.00.10 as a uranium oxide compound of enriched U235.
Uranium Oxide Sintered Ceramic Pellets
Pre-sintered UO2 pellets from enriched uranium oxide powder, intermediate for reactor fuel rods. Classified in HTS 2844.20.00.10 as ceramic products containing uranium enriched in U235 compounds.
Mixed Uranium Oxide (MOX) Powder Fuel Blend
MOX powder consists of plutonium-uranium mixed oxide where the uranium component is enriched in U235, used for advanced reactor fuel. It qualifies under HTS 2844.20.00.10 due to containing compounds of uranium enriched in U235.
Enriched Uranyl Peroxide (UO4·2H2O) Precipitate
Uranyl peroxide dihydrate is an oxide-related compound of U235-enriched uranium used in purification processes. Falls under HTS 2844.20.00.10 as a uranium oxide compound per Chapter 28 definitions.
Depleted Uranium Oxide (DUO2) Test Material
While primarily for enriched, depleted uranium oxide <0.711% U235 may reference this code for testing isotopes; technically borderlines but used in calibration. HTS 2844.20.00.10 covers uranium compounds broadly.