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RBMK Graphite Moderated Nuclear Reactor from Japan

RBMK is a Soviet-designed reactor using graphite moderator and light water coolant, known from Chernobyl. Falls under HTS 8401.10.00.00 as a nuclear reactor.

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

Provide enhanced safety upgrade documentation due to historical concerns

Comply with graphite material export licensing requirements

Pre-arrange specialized decommissioning waste management plans