Zirconium Reactor Scrap from Mexico
Decommissioned scraps from zirconium cladding in nuclear fuel rods, categorized as other waste under HTS 8109.39.00.00. Low hafnium content makes it prime for reprocessing into fresh cladding. Strict radiological controls apply.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• NRC/DOE radiation survey reports essential; zero activity threshold
• Hafnium separation docs prevent alloy disputes