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 v2017 Code: 284420

About 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 284420 covers a range of products related to uranium and plutonium, including enriched uranium, plutonium, their compounds, alloys, and ceramic products. These materials are of critical importance in the nuclear energy and defense industries, playing a vital role in the generation of electricity and the development of nuclear weapons. The trade and regulation of these sensitive materials are closely monitored globally to ensure their safe and responsible use.

Production process

The production of the materials covered under HS code 284420 typically involves complex and highly specialized processes. Uranium enrichment, for example, is a multi-stage process that increases the concentration of the fissile U-235 isotope. This is often done through gaseous diffusion or centrifugation techniques. Plutonium is typically produced as a byproduct of nuclear reactor operations, requiring careful extraction and purification processes.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the materials under HS code 284420 include uranium ore, plutonium, and various chemical compounds. Specialized equipment, such as centrifuges, reactors, and purification systems, are also essential. Additionally, skilled personnel with expertise in nuclear engineering, chemistry, and materials science are crucial for the safe and efficient production of these sensitive materials.

Production outputs

The outputs of the industry covered by HS code 284420 include enriched uranium, plutonium, and a variety of related compounds, alloys, and ceramic products. These materials are primarily consumed by the 271410 Nuclear Fuel Industry, which uses them for the generation of nuclear power, as well as the 292620 Explosives Industry, which utilizes them in the production of nuclear weapons and other defense-related applications.

Revisions to 284420

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 284420. The most recent 1 version of this code (284420) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 284420 ( HS v2017).

Family tree 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

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/28'>28: Inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2844'>2844: Radioactive chemical elements and radioactive isotopes (including the fissile or fertile chemical elements and isotopes); and their compounds; mixtures and residues containing these products</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/284420'>284420: 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</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/284410'>284410: Uranium; natural uranium and its compounds, alloys, dispersions (including cermets), ceramic products and mixtures containing natural uranium or natural uranium compounds</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/284430'>284430: Uranium; depleted in U235, thorium, their compounds, alloys, dispersions (including cermets), ceramic products and mixtures containing uranium depleted in U235, thorium; compounds of these products</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/284440'>284440: Radioactive elements, isotopes, compounds, n.e.c. in heading no. 2844 alloys, dispersions (including cermets), ceramic products and mixtures containing these elements, isotopes or compounds; radioactive residues</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/284450'>284450: Spent (irradiated) fuel elements (cartridges) of nuclear reactors</a>"]

    

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