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U.S. imports of zirconium, unwrought; waste, scrap & powders (SITC 68984) totaled $7.1M in April 2026, traded with 8 countries.
Importers of Zirconium, Unwrought; Waste, Scrap & Powders paid $1000K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 14% on $7.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Zirconium, Unwrought; Waste, Scrap & Powders imports of $7.1M in April 2026 ran 100% above the year-to-date monthly average of $3.5M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataZirconium's exceptional corrosion resistance and low neutron-absorption cross-section make unwrought zirconium and zirconium alloys indispensable in nuclear reactor fuel cladding, while zirconium compounds and powders serve ceramics, refractory, and chemical-processing industries. A key classification nuance is that commercial zirconium often contains hafnium, and nuclear-grade material must meet strict hafnium-content limits — a distinction that can affect both the applicable HTS line and export-control treatment. Importers should note that zirconium is subject to US export-control regulations in certain forms, and equivalent controls in supplier countries may affect documentation requirements at entry.
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Nuclear-grade zirconium must contain very low levels of hafnium because hafnium absorbs neutrons and would degrade reactor performance. Commercial-grade zirconium typically retains its naturally occurring hafnium. This compositional difference can affect classification at the HTS level and is a critical specification that importers must document accurately, particularly when the end use is nuclear fuel cladding.
Yes. Certain zirconium forms — particularly nuclear-grade metal and alloys — are controlled under dual-use export-control regimes in many countries, and the US Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) maintains controls on some zirconium products. Importers should verify whether the specific form and grade require an import or re-export license and review the Export Administration Regulations accordingly.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHINA | $6.9M | -- | -$6.9M |
| FRANCE | -- | $3.4M | +$3.4M |
| SWEDEN | -- | $1.2M | +$1.2M |
| UNITED KINGDOM | -- | $446K | +$446K |
| GERMANY | $166K | -- | -$166K |
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