Natural Uranium Metal Ingots
Natural uranium metal in ingot form, containing approximately 0.7% U-235, certified as source material for nuclear reactor fuel fabrication. Essential for Department of Energy programs supporting national defense. Classified under 9808.00.5000 due to NRC/DOE certification for common defense needs.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If alloyed or containing >20% U-235
Uranium alloys or enriched materials classified as special nuclear material in Chapter 28.
If US-origin returned after processing abroad
US goods returned after export processing fall under Chapter 98 subchapter I.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Secure advance NRC import license and DOE certification before shipment
• Provide radiation safety documentation and transport under IAEA regulations
• Verify material meets source material definition (unirradiated uranium <20% U-235)
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Uranium Ore Concentrate (U3O8)
Uranium ore concentrate, commonly known as yellowcake (U3O8), is a powdered uranium oxide produced from uranium ore after milling. It is certified by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission or Department of Energy as source material essential for nuclear fuel production and the U.S. common defense and security interests. This material falls under HTS 9808.00.5000 due to its critical role in the nuclear fuel cycle.
Depleted Uranium Metal Pellets
Depleted uranium (DU) metal pellets with U-235 content below 0.711%, certified by DOE for armor-penetrating applications and radiation shielding. Source material essential for national defense programs. Qualifies under 9808.00.5000 with proper government certification.
Thorium Nitrate Crystals
High-purity thorium nitrate (Th(NO3)4) crystals certified as source material for thorium-based nuclear fuel cycle development. NRC/DOE certified for advanced reactor research supporting energy security. Falls under 9808.00.5000 special provisions.
Uranium Tetrafluoride (UF4) Powder
Green salt uranium tetrafluoride (UF4) powder, intermediate in uranium conversion process, certified by DOE for national defense fuel production. Source material under strict NRC/DOE control. Classified 9808.00.5000 when certified for security interests.
Thorium Metal Turnings
Machining turnings and chips of thorium metal certified by NRC as source material for nuclear research and development. Recyclable scrap essential for DOE thorium fuel programs. Qualifies under 9808.00.5000 with government certification.
Natural Uranium Oxide (U3O4)
Uranium oxide (U3O4) powder produced during uranium processing, certified DOE source material for fuel fabrication and defense reactor programs. Intermediate product in nuclear fuel cycle. 9808.00.5000 classification with certification.