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U.S. exports of depleted uranium, thorium & related compounds (HS 284430) totaled $375K in July 2026.
Depleted Uranium, Thorium & Related Compounds imports of $3K in July 2026 ran 89% below the year-to-date monthly average of $32K.
Last updated: July 2026 dataDepleted uranium (DU) — uranium from which most U-235 has been removed during enrichment — and thorium compounds occupy this heading, covering forms ranging from DU metal (2844305010) and uranium oxide depleted in U-235 (2844302010) to thorium compounds (2844301000) and mixed materials (2844305050). DU's high density makes it commercially valuable for radiation shielding, counterweights, and certain armor applications, while thorium is of interest for advanced nuclear fuel research. France and Australia are the leading US suppliers. NRC licensing requirements apply to source material quantities, and thorium compounds may also be subject to IAEA safeguards considerations.
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Depleted uranium's extremely high density — approximately 1.7 times that of lead — makes it valuable for radiation shielding in medical and industrial radiography equipment, aircraft counterweights, and certain defense applications. These non-nuclear end uses account for much of the commercial trade flow, distinct from the nuclear fuel cycle applications associated with enriched uranium.
Yes. Thorium is classified as source material under the Atomic Energy Act, and NRC import licensing requirements apply to thorium compounds above de minimis quantities, just as they do for uranium. Importers should confirm current NRC thresholds and obtain the appropriate license before shipment, as requirements can differ by compound form and intended use.
Subheading 7 of 8 in heading 2844
Subheading 284430 · $3K of $640.8M
ImportsExports
Imports
$3KYoY · Pro
Exports
$375KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProFewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade above $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Exports · July 2026
destination
Singapore and Saudi Arabia together take 57% of it.
customs district
origin
entry
rate provision · imports
the effective duty rate is 0.00%.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2844301000 | Thorium Compounds | $3K | 0.00% | 100.00% |
| 2844305010 | Uranium Metal Depleted in U235 | $0 | -- | -- |
| 2844305050 | Mixtures Contain Uranium Depleted in U235, NESOI | $0 | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2844301000 | Thorium Compounds | $264K |
| 2844302060 | Uranium Compounds Depleted in U235, NESOI | $111K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
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