Uranium Dioxide Fuel Pellet Cartridge from Japan
A non-irradiated fuel element cartridge containing pressed uranium dioxide (UO2) pellets encased in zirconium alloy cladding, designed for insertion into nuclear reactor cores. It falls under HTS 8401.30.00.00 as a complete fuel cartridge for nuclear reactors, prior to irradiation. These cartridges generate heat through controlled fission when activated.
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
• Obtain IAEA safeguards agreement and prior U.S
• NRC approval for import; provide detailed isotopic composition certificates
• Verify non-irradiated status with dosimetry reports to avoid misclassification
• Comply with UN dual-use regulations under Category 1