Research Reactor Spent Fuel Elements from China
Plate-type or rod-type spent fuel from research reactors (e.g., HEU or LEU MTR fuel), irradiated for isotope production. Under HTS 2844.50.00.00 if meeting spent fuel definition despite non-power use. Common in TRIGA or HFIR facilities.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Distinguish from targets via burn-up logs; misclassification common
• Small quantities still need full RAM transport regs
• Coordinate with DOE for US returns under FRR program