VVER Russian Pressurized Water Reactor from Germany
VVER (Water-Water Energetic Reactor) is a Russian-designed PWR used in many Eastern European plants. It qualifies under HTS 8401.10.00.00 for complete nuclear reactor imports.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Address geopolitical export controls from origin countries like Russia
• Submit OPIC or similar reactor operational safety case documentation
• Budget for specialized nuclear-rated transport and insurance