Reactor Core Shroud from China
A stainless steel cylindrical assembly surrounding the nuclear fuel assemblies in boiling water reactors (BWRs), directing coolant flow and providing radiation shielding. Classified under HTS 8401.40.00.00 as it is a specialized internal structural component unique to nuclear reactor design.
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
• Provide detailed engineering drawings showing reactor-specific tolerances and neutron flux resistance
• Ensure radioactive contamination-free certification; use specialized nuclear transport containers
• Document compliance with NRC Appendix A to 10 CFR Part 50 quality assurance criteria