Natural Uranium Metal Ingots from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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)