Cascade Gas Centrifuge Assembly

A series-connected bank of gas centrifuges operating in tandem to achieve high isotopic separation factors for UF6 enrichment. Falls under HTS 8401.20.00.00 as integrated isotopic separation machinery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.6%+35.0%37.6%
🇲🇽Mexico2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇨🇦Canada2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇩🇪Germany2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇯🇵Japan2.6%+10.0%12.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8419.60Lower: 10% vs 37.6%

If laboratory-scale cascade for non-enrichment research

Lab reactor machinery without commercial separation intent shifts to 8419.

8481.80.90Lower: 37% vs 37.6%

If valves and piping imported separately from rotors

Individual control valves classify under Chapter 84 valves, not full apparatus.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document cascade piping and valve configurations for integrity verification

Use ABC certified carriers for secure transport under nuclear security protocols

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