Depleted Uranium Dioxide Powder

Powdered UO2 derived from uranium depleted in U235, used in nuclear fuel fabrication and radiation shielding. Classified under HTS 2844.30.20.50 as a compound of uranium depleted in U235, falling within Chapter 28 for chemically defined inorganic compounds of radioactive elements.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFreeFree
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

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

2844Same rate: Free

If containing plutonium or its compounds

Mixtures with plutonium compounds shift to separate subheading for plutonium and compounds under heading 2844.

2844.20.00Higher: 7.5% vs Free

If in spent nuclear fuel form

Spent (irradiated) fuel elements classified distinctly under 2844.20 as residues from nuclear reactors.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain NRC import license prior to shipment; verify specific radioactivity <74 Bq/g if mixed; ensure IAEA safeguards documentation for fissile material controls