ZIRLO Fuel Rod Cladding Tube from China
A precision zirconium-niobium alloy (ZIRLO) tube serving as the protective cladding for nuclear fuel pellets in non-irradiated fuel elements. Classified under HTS 8401.30.00.00 as a part of non-irradiated fuel cartridges for nuclear reactors. Provides corrosion resistance and fission product containment during reactor operation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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]
Import Tips
• Submit material composition analysis confirming ZIRLO alloy specs (Zr-1%Nb-1%Sn); include end-plug welding qualification data
• Ensure chain-of-custody documentation from licensed fabricator
• Watch for re-export controls under ITAR if U.S.-origin