Uranium Hexafluoride (UF6) Enriched in U235 from China
Uranium hexafluoride is a volatile compound used in the gaseous diffusion process for enriching uranium-235, essential for nuclear fuel production. This product falls under HTS 2844.20.00.30 as a compound of uranium enriched in U235, specifically classified as 'other' uranium compounds. It is handled under strict nuclear regulatory controls due to its fissile properties.
Duty Rate — China → United States
7.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
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 approval from the U.S
• Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and comply with 10 CFR Part 110 export/import regulations
• Ensure all shipments include IAEA safeguards documentation and material accounting reports for fissile material tracking
• Avoid common pitfalls like incomplete radiation safety declarations which can lead to customs holds or denial