HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2612.10 – Uranium ores and concentrates
HS code 2612.10 is the 6-digit subheading for uranium ores and concentrates. It is used for uranium oxide concentrate (yellowcake), uranium ore (raw), uranium concentrate (U3O8), uranium ore fines and uranium leach residue.
What HS 2612.10 covers
Uranium ores and concentrates, primarily in the form of "yellowcake" (uranium oxide concentrate), are globally traded as the essential fuel for nuclear power generation. This commodity is of immense strategic importance due to its role in energy security and, controversially, in nuclear weapons programs. Major importers are countries with significant nuclear energy infrastructure, such as the United States, France, China, and Japan. Leading exporters are nations with substantial uranium deposits and established mining operations, including Kazakhstan, Canada, and Australia. The trade is heavily regulated by international bodies like the IAEA to prevent proliferation and ensure safe handling. Key considerations include long-term supply contracts, geopolitical stability in producing regions, and public perception of nuclear energy. The concentration of uranium, typically expressed as U3O8, is a critical factor in its valuation, alongside strict safety and security protocols governing its transportation and storage.
- Covers
- Uranium oxide concentrate (yellowcake)
- Uranium ore (raw)
- Uranium concentrate (U3O8)
- Uranium ore fines
- Uranium leach residue
- Uranium mill concentrate
- Examples
- Cameco Corporation (Canada)
- Kazatomprom (Kazakhstan)
- Orano (France)
- Paladin Energy (Australia)
Codes often confused with 2612.10
Common mistake. This code is distinct from enriched uranium (HS 284420) or depleted uranium (HS 284430), which are processed and often radioactive forms of uranium.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 261210, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 261210 in UN Comtrade data was Namibia, with 97% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 94% of world imports. Mexico reports $6.4B of its chapter 26 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters. Austria reports $1.1B of its chapter 26 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Namibia $1.4B 97% of world exports
- 2 Uzbekistan* ~$47M 3.3% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 South Africa $450K <0.1% of world exports
Mexico reports $6.4B of its chapter 26 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $752M 94% of world imports
- 2 India $47M 5.9% of world imports
- 3 Greece $145K <0.1% of world imports
Austria reports $1.1B of its chapter 26 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $799M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 2612.10
Brazil does not split HS 2612.10: its NCM code is 2612.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 26.12 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2612.10
What is HS code 261210?
HS code 261210 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Uranium ores and concentrates. Uranium ores and concentrates, primarily in the form of "yellowcake" (uranium oxide concentrate), are globally traded as the essential fuel for nuclear power generation. This commodity is of immense strategic importance due to its role in energy security and, controversially, in nuclear weapons programs. Major importers are countries with significant nuclear energy infrastructure, such as the United States, France, China, and Japan. Leading exporters are nations with substantial uranium deposits and established mining operations, including Kazakhstan, Canada, and Australia. The trade is heavily regulated by international bodies like the IAEA to prevent proliferation and ensure safe handling. Key considerations include long-term supply contracts, geopolitical stability in producing regions, and public perception of nuclear energy. The concentration of uranium, typically expressed as U3O8, is a critical factor in its valuation, alongside strict safety and security protocols governing its transportation and storage.
What products fall under HS code 261210?
Uranium oxide concentrate (yellowcake), Uranium ore (raw), Uranium concentrate (U3O8), Uranium ore fines, Uranium leach residue, Uranium mill concentrate
What are common misclassifications for HS code 261210?
This code is distinct from enriched uranium (HS 284420) or depleted uranium (HS 284430), which are processed and often radioactive forms of uranium.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 261210?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 261210 in UN Comtrade data were Namibia ($1.4B, 97% of world exports), Uzbekistan (about $47M) and South Africa ($450K). World exports came to about $1.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Mexico reports $6.4B of its chapter 26 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 261210?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 261210 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($752M, 94% of world imports), India ($47M) and Greece ($145K). World imports came to about $799M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Austria reports $1.1B of its chapter 26 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
How is HS code 261210 structured?
HS code 261210 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (26) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (12) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 261210?
In Brazil, HS code 261210 is NCM 2612.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.