Zirconium Hydride Powder from Japan
Zirconium hydride used in nuclear reactor control rods and pyrotechnics. Classified HTS 2850.00.5000 as chemically defined metal hydride. Dark gray powder with controlled hydrogen content.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Nuclear materials declaration may trigger NRC licensing
• ITAR export controls apply to nuclear end-use
• Pyrophoricity test data essential for safe transport