Depleted Uranium Metal Ingots from Japan
High-purity ingots made from depleted uranium (DU), with less than 0.711% U-235 content, used primarily in radiation shielding and counterweights. Classified under HTS 2844.30.50.10 as uranium metal depleted in U235, distinct from enriched uranium or compounds. These ingots are produced by casting molten DU into standardized shapes for industrial applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain NRC or DOE authorization prior to import; ensure IAEA-compliant Type A packaging for transport
• Verify U-235 depletion certificate to avoid misclassification as enriched material