HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2844.20 – Uranium; enriched in U235, plutonium, their compounds, alloys dispersions (including cermets), ceramic products and mixtures containing uranium enriched in U235, plutonium or compounds of these products
HS code 2844.20 is the 6-digit subheading for uranium, enriched in U235, plutonium, their compounds, alloys dispersions (including cermets), ceramic products and mixtures containing uranium enriched in U235, plutonium or compounds of these products. It is used for low-enriched uranium (LEU), high-enriched uranium (HEU), plutonium metal, plutonium dioxide and enriched uranium hexafluoride.
What HS 2844.20 covers
This highly sensitive HS code covers uranium enriched in the U-235 isotope, plutonium, and their compounds, alloys, dispersions, ceramic products, and mixtures. Enriched uranium is the primary fuel for most nuclear power reactors and is also a key component in nuclear weapons. Plutonium, a byproduct of nuclear reactors, is also a fissile material. Trade in these materials is under the strictest international control and safeguards due to severe proliferation concerns. Importers are typically countries with advanced nuclear energy programs or defense industries, and exporters are a very limited number of nations with enrichment or reprocessing capabilities. Security, non-proliferation, and adherence to international agreements like the NPT are paramount in this highly regulated trade.
- Covers
- Low-enriched uranium (LEU)
- High-enriched uranium (HEU)
- Plutonium metal
- Plutonium dioxide
- Enriched uranium hexafluoride
- Mixed oxide (MOX) fuel
- Enriched uranium ceramic fuel pellets
- Examples
- Urenco (enriched uranium)
- Rosatom (enriched uranium, plutonium)
- Orano (enriched uranium, MOX fuel)
- Westinghouse (nuclear fuel fabrication)
- General Electric (nuclear fuel fabrication)
Codes often confused with 2844.20
Common mistake. This code is distinct from natural uranium (284410) and depleted uranium (284430) due to its higher U-235 content or the presence of plutonium, which are critical for nuclear applications.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 284420, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 284420 in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 33% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 40% 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 Russia* ~$3.2B 33% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 France $3.0B 31% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $1.7B 17% of world exports
World total: $9.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $4.4B 40% of world imports
- 2 China $1.3B 12% of world imports
- 3 Sweden $1.2B 11% of world imports
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 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 2844.20
Brazil does not split HS 2844.20: its NCM code is 2844.20.00.
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 2844.20
What is HS code 284420?
HS code 284420 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Uranium; enriched in U235, plutonium, their compounds, alloys dispersions (including cermets), ceramic products and mixtures containing uranium enriched in U235, plutonium or compounds of these products. This highly sensitive HS code covers uranium enriched in the U-235 isotope, plutonium, and their compounds, alloys, dispersions, ceramic products, and mixtures. Enriched uranium is the primary fuel for most nuclear power reactors and is also a key component in nuclear weapons. Plutonium, a byproduct of nuclear reactors, is also a fissile material. Trade in these materials is under the strictest international control and safeguards due to severe proliferation concerns. Importers are typically countries with advanced nuclear energy programs or defense industries, and exporters are a very limited number of nations with enrichment or reprocessing capabilities. Security, non-proliferation, and adherence to international agreements like the NPT are paramount in this highly regulated trade.
What products fall under HS code 284420?
Low-enriched uranium (LEU), High-enriched uranium (HEU), Plutonium metal, Plutonium dioxide, Enriched uranium hexafluoride, Mixed oxide (MOX) fuel, Enriched uranium ceramic fuel pellets
What are common misclassifications for HS code 284420?
This code is distinct from natural uranium (284410) and depleted uranium (284430) due to its higher U-235 content or the presence of plutonium, which are critical for nuclear applications.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 284420?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 284420 in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $3.2B, 33% of world exports), France ($3.0B) and the Netherlands ($1.7B). World exports came to about $9.8B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 284420?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 284420 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($4.4B, 40% of world imports), China ($1.3B) and Sweden ($1.2B). 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 284420 structured?
HS code 284420 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 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 284420?
In Brazil, HS code 284420 is NCM 2844.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.