Cascade Gas Centrifuge Assembly from Japan
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.
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
• Document cascade piping and valve configurations for integrity verification
• Use ABC certified carriers for secure transport under nuclear security protocols