Thorium Hydroxide Precipitate

Thorium hydroxide (Th(OH)4) precipitate from mineral processing, certified NRC source material for advanced nuclear fuel development. Key intermediate for thorium oxide production. Special classification 9808.00.5000.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2815.30.00.00Higher: 38.7% vs 10%

If imported for chemical manufacturing

Thorium hydroxide as chemical intermediate classified Chapter 28.

2530.90Same rate: 10%

If recovered from mineral sands processing

Monazite/rare earth concentrates containing thorium classified Chapter 25.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Wet chemistry analysis certificate verifying thorium content required

pH stabilization documentation for safe transport

Designated thorium processing facility end-use statement

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