Uranium-235 Enriched Isotope

Uranium-235 is a fissile isotope used in nuclear reactors and research applications. It falls under HTS 2844.43.0050 as a radioactive isotope other than those in subheadings 2844.10, 2844.20, or 2844.30, specifically classified as 'other' radioactive elements and isotopes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

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

2844.10.10.00Higher: 30% vs 25%

If natural uranium or depleted uranium

Natural or depleted uranium isotopes are specifically covered in subheading 2844.10, excluding them from 'other' categories.

2844.20.00Lower: 7.5% vs 25%

If thorium compounds

Thorium and its compounds have a dedicated subheading 2844.20, differentiating from other radioactive elements.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain NRC and DOE licenses prior to import; unauthorized handling is illegal

Provide detailed radiation safety data sheets and transport in UN-approved containers

Avoid misclassification as non-enriched uranium under 2844.10 to prevent penalties