Zircaloy-4 Fuel Cladding Spacer Grid from China
Non-irradiated Zircaloy-4 spacer grid assembly that positions and supports fuel rods within nuclear fuel cartridges, maintaining coolant flow spacing. Classifies under HTS 8401.30.00.00 as parts of non-irradiated fuel elements. Features Inconel springs for rod retention and precise cell tolerances.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify grid strap thickness (±0.001") and dimple height specs; provide fretting wear test data
• Include fuel assembly design locus documentation
• Common error: classifying as general reactor internals