HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 2844.10 – Uranium; natural uranium and its compounds, alloys, dispersions (including cermets), ceramic products and mixtures containing natural uranium or natural uranium compounds

HS code 2844.10 is the 6-digit subheading for uranium, natural uranium and its compounds, alloys, dispersions (including cermets), ceramic products and mixtures containing natural uranium or natural uranium compounds. It is used for uranium ore concentrate (yellowcake), natural uranium dioxide, natural uranium hexafluoride, natural uranium metal and natural uranium alloys.

What HS 2844.10 covers

This code covers natural uranium and its various forms, including compounds, alloys, dispersions (like cermets), ceramic products, and mixtures. Natural uranium is the raw material for nuclear fuel and other nuclear applications, making its trade highly strategic and regulated. Importers are typically countries with nuclear power programs or research reactors, while exporters are uranium-mining nations. Key aspects of this trade include strict international safeguards imposed by the IAEA, adherence to non-proliferation treaties, and the necessity for specialized transport and storage due to its radioactivity. The global market for natural uranium is significantly influenced by energy policies, geopolitical stability, and the demand for nuclear power generation worldwide.

Covers
  • Uranium ore concentrate (yellowcake)
  • Natural uranium dioxide
  • Natural uranium hexafluoride
  • Natural uranium metal
  • Natural uranium alloys
  • Natural uranium ceramic fuel pellets
  • Natural uranium compounds
Examples
  • Cameco (uranium concentrate)
  • Kazatomprom (uranium concentrate)
  • Orano (uranium products)
  • Rosatom (uranium products)
  • Urenco (uranium products)

Codes often confused with 2844.10

Common mistake. This code specifically refers to *natural* uranium; confusion could arise with enriched uranium (284420) or depleted uranium (284430), which have different isotopic compositions and applications.

2844.20Uranium; enriched in U235, plutonium, their compounds, alloys dispersions (including cermets), ceramic products and mixtures containing uranium enriched in U235, plutonium or compounds of these products2844.30Uranium; depleted in U235, thorium, their compounds, alloys, dispersions (including cermets), ceramic products and mixtures containing uranium depleted in U235, thorium; compounds of these products

Top exporters and importers of HS code 284410, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 284410 in UN Comtrade data was Kazakhstan, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 33% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Kazakhstan $4.2B
  2. 2 Canada $2.7B
  3. 3 United States $836M

World total: $8.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 China $3.5B
  2. 2 United States $1.9B
  3. 3 France $1.3B

World total: $10.8B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 2844.10

Brazil does not split HS 2844.10: its NCM code is 2844.10.00.

  1. 2844.10.00 Natural uranium and its compoundsUrânio natural e seus compostos; ligas, dispersões (incluindo os cermets), produtos cerâmicos e misturas que contenham urânio natural ou compostos de urânio natural

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 28.44 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 2844.10

What is HS code 284410?

HS code 284410 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Uranium; natural uranium and its compounds, alloys, dispersions (including cermets), ceramic products and mixtures containing natural uranium or natural uranium compounds. This code covers natural uranium and its various forms, including compounds, alloys, dispersions (like cermets), ceramic products, and mixtures. Natural uranium is the raw material for nuclear fuel and other nuclear applications, making its trade highly strategic and regulated. Importers are typically countries with nuclear power programs or research reactors, while exporters are uranium-mining nations. Key aspects of this trade include strict international safeguards imposed by the IAEA, adherence to non-proliferation treaties, and the necessity for specialized transport and storage due to its radioactivity. The global market for natural uranium is significantly influenced by energy policies, geopolitical stability, and the demand for nuclear power generation worldwide.

What products fall under HS code 284410?

Uranium ore concentrate (yellowcake), Natural uranium dioxide, Natural uranium hexafluoride, Natural uranium metal, Natural uranium alloys, Natural uranium ceramic fuel pellets, Natural uranium compounds

What are common misclassifications for HS code 284410?

This code specifically refers to *natural* uranium; confusion could arise with enriched uranium (284420) or depleted uranium (284430), which have different isotopic compositions and applications.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 284410?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 284410 in UN Comtrade data were Kazakhstan ($4.2B, 51% of world exports), Canada ($2.7B) and the United States ($836M). World exports came to about $8.3B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 284410?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 284410 in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.5B, 33% of world imports), the United States ($1.9B) and France ($1.3B). World imports came to about $10.8B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

How is HS code 284410 structured?

HS code 284410 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (28) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (44) 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 284410?

In Brazil, HS code 284410 is NCM 2844.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.