Uranium-235 Enriched Isotope from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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