MOX Plutonium-Uranium Fuel Cartridge from Mexico
Non-irradiated mixed oxide (MOX) fuel cartridge combining plutonium and uranium oxides in pellet form within metal cladding for light water reactors. Falls under HTS 8401.30.00.00 as a non-irradiated fuel element for nuclear reactors. Used to recycle plutonium from spent fuel, extending nuclear fuel cycle.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• File Form 7410 with detailed Pu-239 enrichment levels (<3% typical for LWR MOX); arrange physical inventory verification by IAEA
• Secure Category I nuclear material transport per 10 CFR 71
• Maintain tamper-evident packaging seals