Uranyl Nitrate Enriched in U235 from China
Uranyl nitrate is a key intermediate compound in uranium processing, obtained from enriched uranium ore for conversion to nuclear fuel. Classified under HTS 2844.20.00.30 as an 'other' compound of uranium enriched in U235. It appears as yellow crystals and requires specialized containment.
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)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify enrichment levels exceed natural U235 composition (0.711%) to confirm classification; provide isotopic analysis certificates
• Use Type B(U) packaging certified for fissile material transport per DOT 49 CFR and IAEA SSR-6 standards