Jet Condenser for Small Steam Power Units
A direct-contact condenser that mixes exhaust steam directly with cooling water to condense it, commonly used in smaller steam power plants or industrial cogeneration systems. This design is efficient for applications where cooling water is abundant and steam purity is not critical. It is classified under tariff item 8404.20.00 as a condenser for steam or other vapour power units.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the condenser is imported with a pump as a single unit
Pumps for liquids, if presented as a separate unit, are classified under this heading.
If the condenser is used for non-steam vapour power units
Other machinery for the treatment of materials by a change of temperature may apply.
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