Uranium — France — C-427-819

An AD/CVD measure involving uranium may impose special trade duties on covered imports from specified countries. “AD” means antidumping: the government determines that imported goods are being sold at less than normal value and injuring a domestic industry. “CVD” means countervailing duty: the government determines that foreign government subsidies benefit the goods and contribute to injury. These are separate concepts and may apply together.

The measure typically affects importers, manufacturers, distributors, and other parties bringing covered uranium products into the United States from the countries identified in the official measure. Coverage depends on the legal scope—such as the product’s composition, form, processing, and use—not just the product description or its HTS classification. It matters because AD/CVD liability can be collected in addition to ordinary customs duties, and the importer of record is generally responsible for entry accuracy and payment. Uranium products may also involve separate nuclear-material, licensing, safety, or export-control requirements, so customs-broker or regulatory advice may be necessary.

What to check

• Read the official scope language and compare it with the product’s exact material, form, processing, and intended use.
• Confirm the exporting country, producer, and manufacturer; AD/CVD measures can depend on country and company-specific findings.
• Use the listed HTS classification as a screening tool, but do not treat it as conclusive if the scope language points to different coverage.
• Check whether the shipment requires a separate AD/CVD entry or deposit procedure and verify the applicable instructions with official customs data or a qualified broker.
• Keep product specifications, supplier statements, origin records, and classification notes supporting your coverage decision.