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HS Code 8401.20 : Machinery and apparatus for isotopic separation, and parts thereof

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for machinery and apparatus for isotopic separation, and parts thereof is 8401.20. Under the 2026 Jordan (Customs), the representative MFN general duty rate is 0% [Jordan Customs Department].

Chapter

Ch 84

Heading

8401

Subheading

8401.20

JO MFN Duty

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 84

Nuclear reactors; fuel elements (cartridges), non-irradiated, for nuclear reactors; machinery and apparatus for isotopic separation; parts thereof

Heading 8401

8401

Nuclear reactors; fuel elements (cartridges), non-irradiated, for nuclear reactors; machinery and apparatus for isotopic separation; parts thereof

Subheading .20

.20

Machinery and apparatus for isotopic separation, and parts thereof

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Jordan (Jordan Customs Department)

8401.20

Representative MFN Ad Valorem Rate

Verified July 2026 · Jordan Customs Source

MODULE 5: JORDAN IMPORT DUTY & GST BREAKDOWN

Jordan Base Customs Duty

Customs Duty [Customs]

General Sales Tax (GST)

16.00 %

CIF + Duty Base [GST 16%]

De Minimis Threshold

JOD Limit

Customs Threshold

Notice: Jordanian customs entry, tariff classification, MFN duty rates, and 16% GST (Sales Tax) are governed by Jordan Customs Department. Always verify declarable lines with Jordan Customs prior to import.

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

PREFERENTIAL RULE

Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)

Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

Standard Entry This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.

MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)

China Section 301 Tariff Status

7.5% – 25% Additional Duty (China Origin)

Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status

Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)

EU CBAM Carbon Alert

Not in Scope

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

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Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
P	United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)	Free	Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules.
KR	U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)	Free	Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin.
AU	U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement	Free	Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA.
A / D	GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA)	Free	35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Machinery and apparatus for isotopic separation, and parts thereof

MODULE 11: Jordan Customs Advance Ruling System

Legally binding advance tariff rulings issued by Jordan Customs Department for HS 8401.20.

Query official Jordan Customs portal:

Search Jordan Customs Portal for 8401.20 →

Jordan Customs Tariff Schedule (8401.20)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Jordan (Customs): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 0%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Jordan Customs Department).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
8401.10	Subheading under Heading 8401	Compare Subheading 8401.10 →
8401.30	Subheading under Heading 8401	Compare Subheading 8401.30 →
8401.40	Subheading under Heading 8401	Compare Subheading 8401.40 →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

Jordan Customs Department ↗

Official Jordan Customs tariff schedule, 16% GST (Sales Tax), and US-Jordan FTA rules.

Jordan Customs Advance Ruling System ↗

Jordan Customs Department official binding advance classification rulings database.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Machinery and apparatus for isotopic separation, and parts thereof?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Machinery and apparatus for isotopic separation, and parts thereof is classified under HS 8401.20 (Heading 8401, Chapter 84). The representative JO MFN general duty rate is 0%.

How is HS 8401.20 distinguished within Heading 8401 (Nuclear reactors; fuel elements (cartridges), non-irradiated, for nuclear reactors; machinery and apparatus for isotopic separation; parts thereof)?

Heading 8401 covers Nuclear reactors; fuel elements (cartridges), non-irradiated, for nuclear reactors; machinery and apparatus for isotopic separation; parts thereof. Subheading 8401.20 specifically isolates Machinery and apparatus for isotopic separation, and parts thereof. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 8401.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 8401.20?

Related subheadings under Heading 8401 include 8401.10, 8401.30, 8401.40. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Machinery and apparatus for isotopic separation, and parts thereof?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 8401.20 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Machinery and apparatus for isotopic separation, and parts thereof?

Commercial shipments of Machinery and apparatus for isotopic separation, and parts thereof with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 8401.20?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

What import VAT or sales tax applies to HS 8401.20 in Jordan?

Commercial imports of Machinery and apparatus for isotopic separation, and parts thereof under HS 8401.20 into Jordan are subject to 16% GST (Sales Tax), assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.

What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in Jordan?

The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into Jordan is JOD threshold. Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.

Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Jordan?

Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and Jordan Customs Advance Ruling System for HS 8401.20 are administered by Jordan Customs Department.

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