About HS Code 840130
This category covers non-irradiated nuclear fuel elements, often referred to as 'fresh' nuclear fuel or fuel cartridges. These are fabricated assemblies of enriched uranium or other fissile materials, designed for insertion into nuclear reactors to generate power. The trade of these elements is crucial for the operation of nuclear power plants worldwide, representing a significant component of a nation's energy security strategy. While non-irradiated, these materials are still radioactive and require strict handling, transportation, and security protocols. Importers are typically countries operating nuclear power reactors, while exporters possess the sophisticated capabilities for uranium enrichment and fuel fabrication. The market is highly regulated, with international safeguards ensuring peaceful use and preventing proliferation.
Products Under This Code
Uranium dioxide pellets, enriched uranium fuel rods, PWR fuel assemblies, BWR fuel bundles, CANDU fuel bundles, research reactor fuel elements, thorium fuel elements
Real World Examples
Westinghouse fuel assemblies, Framatome (Areva) fuel, TVEL fuel (Rosatom), GE-Hitachi fuel
Common Misclassification
Often confused with radioactive materials (2844) or spent nuclear fuel (which is not typically traded as a commodity but managed as waste), but this code specifically covers *non-irradiated* fuel elements for reactors.
Products Classified Under 8401.30
Industry
This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
Major exporters include Russia, France, and the USA, supplying countries globally that operate nuclear power plants like China, India, and South Korea.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 840130?
HS code 840130 covers: Fuel elements (cartridges); non-irradiated. This category covers non-irradiated nuclear fuel elements, often referred to as 'fresh' nuclear fuel or fuel cartridges. These are fabricated assemblies of enriched uranium or other fissile materials, designed for insertion into nuclear reactors to generate power. The trade of these elements is crucial for the operation of nuclear power plants worldwide, representing a significant component of a nation's energy security strategy. While non-irradiated, these materials are still radioactive and require strict handling, transportation, and security protocols. Importers are typically countries operating nuclear power reactors, while exporters possess the sophisticated capabilities for uranium enrichment and fuel fabrication. The market is highly regulated, with international safeguards ensuring peaceful use and preventing proliferation.
What products fall under HS code 840130?
Uranium dioxide pellets, enriched uranium fuel rods, PWR fuel assemblies, BWR fuel bundles, CANDU fuel bundles, research reactor fuel elements, thorium fuel elements
What are common misclassifications for HS code 840130?
Often confused with radioactive materials (2844) or spent nuclear fuel (which is not typically traded as a commodity but managed as waste), but this code specifically covers *non-irradiated* fuel elements for reactors.
How is HS code 840130 structured?
HS code 840130 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.