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Depleted Uranium Alloy Armor Penetrators

High-enriched uranium (HEU) metal disks for spallation neutron sources and tritium production. Classified under HTS 2844.20.0050 as enriched uranium metal form. Critical for nuclear weapons stockpile stewardship.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2844.10.20Higher: 25% vs 7.5%

If natural uranium metal targets

Unenriched uranium targets classified under natural uranium heading.

8486.90.00.00Higher: 25% vs 7.5%

If machined to final reactor component form

Finished nuclear reactor parts classified as machinery components.

2845.90.01.00Higher: 37.5% vs 7.5%

If post-irradiation residues

Irradiated targets become radioactive residues under 2845.90.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• DOE/NNSA Category I SNM controls apply - highest security level

• Armed escort and continuous surveillance typically required

• Target dimensions and irradiation specifications must be documented